Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services in Topeka, KS
For more than 30 years, the University of Kansas Health System’s rehabilitation unit has provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatments for patients whose illnesses or injuries have led to physical or cognitive limitations. Our doctors focus on more than just the physical aspects of treating your condition— we strive to provide compassionate care that also meets your emotional needs.
Our Rehabilitation Clinic
Our rehabilitation specialists provide physical therapy to help improve fine motor skills, speech therapy for communication skills, and pain management services during your rehabilitation. Located on the fourth floor of our St. Francis hospital, our rehab unit offers 36 beds and 24-hour emergency physicians available at a moment’s notice. When you visit our rehabilitation clinic, you’ll receive personalized care from a team of dedicated therapists committed to your complete wellbeing.
Our team understands the importance of a well-rounded rehabilitation plan, which is why we employ a variety of specialists to ensure you receive a complete continuum of care. Our rehabilitation staff includes:
- Diabetic educators
- Dieticians
- Occupational therapists
- Pharmacists
- Physiatrists
- Physical therapists
- Psychological services
- RN care coordinator
- Rehabilitation nurses
- Respiratory therapists
- Social worker
- Speech and language pathologists
Our rehab specialists utilize the most current methods and state-of-the-art equipment when working with patients to ensure you feel confident resuming activities at home, work, and within your community. It’s important to remember that rehabilitation is a complex process that involves comprehensive evaluations, personalized treatment plans, and hours of intensive therapy and patient/caregiver information. Our team members focus on guiding, motivating, and support you and your caregiver in your journey to functional independence.
Each week, your care team will meet to discuss your progress, review goals, coordinate treatment, and revise your treatment plan as needed. We make every effort to involve you and your caregiver when determining your treatment plan, putting open communication and trust at the forefront of your care.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Services
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Service is here to help you, or your loved one regain strength and independence after an injury, surgery, or worsening of a chronic illness. We provide a safe, supportive environment where patients receive daily therapy, around-the-clock nursing care, and medical support from our experienced healthcare team.
Our Approach to Inpatient Care
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Service is here to help you, or your loved one regain strength and independence after an injury, surgery, or worsening of a chronic illness. We provide a safe, supportive environment where patients receive daily therapy, around-the-clock nursing care, and medical support from our experienced healthcare team.
Our dedicated therapists provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to your specific needs. We work closely with you to improve your mobility, build strength, and enhance your ability to perform daily activities. We offer many amenities, resources, features at our inpatient rehabilitation clinic, to provide you with the best outcomes possible. Our inpatient rehabilitation facility offers:
- Ambulation and stair training
- Body weight supported therapy
- Communication skill development
- Home management
- Leisure skills education
- Medication management and education
- Memory and problem-solving skills developments
- Transitional living apartment
- Self care skill development
- Social functioning advice
We provide care to adults (18+) who can benefit from intensive therapy. Whether you’re recovering from a stroke, managing a chronic condition, or healing after surgery, we’re here to help you rebuild your strength and confidence.
Conditions We Treat
Using the aforementioned therapies, our inpatient rehabilitation specialists provide physical therapy treatments to care for the following conditions, injuries, and surgeries:
- Amputations
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Brain injuries
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Orthopedic surgeries such as joint replacement surgery
- Spinal cord injuries
- Stroke recovery
Please call us to learn more about the services and treatments at our inpatient rehabilitation clinic. Our dedicated therapists provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to your specific needs. We work closely with you to improve your mobility, build strength, and enhance your ability to perform daily activities.
Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
The rehabilitation specialists at our clinic offer personalized outpatient treatments, educational resources and exercise programs designed to address your unique needs and goals. Our treatments and services correct and strengthen body mechanics, reduce pain, and promote whole-body healing.
We offer:
- Augmented communication devices
- Cancer rehabilitation
- Concussion management therapy
- Dry needling
- Hand therapy
- ImPACT® testing – baseline and post-concussion testing
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) and BIG and LOUD treatment programs
- Lymphedema therapy
- Pelvic health therapy
- Pre- and post-rehabilitation for joint replacements
- Pulmonary therapy
- Sports injury rehabilitation
- Swallow studies, including barium video swallows and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluations
- Therapies for neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, stroke and traumatic brain injuries
- Treatment for musculoskeletal conditions and injuries that affect mobility and function
- Workers’ compensation therapy, functional capacity evaluations (FCE’s) and screenings
Joint Commission Certified
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit has been certified by The Joint Commission for Stroke Rehabilitation since 2012.
What Our Patients Say:
(Comments are taken from random patient satisfaction surveys)
“I couldn’t ask for better people that took care of me, even on the other floors that I was on. If I have to go back to the hospital, it will be your hospital.”
“These nurses work very hard and are very professional. Great group of people.”
“I was able to sit in with my husband’s therapy and learned better ways to assist him and to understand the nature of Parkinson’s disease.”
“Dr. Veloor does wonderful work with her patients. She is thorough and a very caring person.”
“When I got to rehab I could sit up but I could only move my toes. My legs wouldn’t move. The nurses were super and helped me and my wife with every one of our needs. The OT and PT were great. Always on time and told me what to expect and why we were doing the exercises. When we got back home I could walk with a walker. So thanks to St. Francis for giving my life back.”
“My wife is home with family surrounded by our & your love. Thank you. In your debt always for your love.”
“Dr. Sankoorikal was very good about keeping us informed. He was compassionate and caring toward my mother. A wonderful doctor.”
“Made me feel safe to go home. I loved the notebook that they gave me (and everyone else).”
“All the physical therapists and occupational therapists were very patient with me and very encouraging to reach my goal.”“If we have need of hospitalization, St. Francis is our #1 choice. I respect their medical judgment.