Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

Our patients no longer need to be in an acute-care hospital, but still need to build strength and regain physical abilities before they can safely return to their communities. We care for patients who are recovering from:

• Total joint replacement surgeries, such as knees or hips
• Broken or fractured bones, such as hips or ribs
• Injuries with multiple fractures and traumas  
• Falls that have resulted in broken or fractured bones, such as vertebrae or pelvic bones, particularly in older patients or those with osteoporosis
• Cancer surgery involving bones

Our program provides both rehabilitation and reconditioning therapy. The type of therapy patients receive is based on their unique needs, goals and the reasons for admission.  

What to expect  

Soon after you arrive at Hennick Bridgepoint, members of our care team will meet with you and your caregivers to talk about your care. We will discuss your goals and work with you to develop a care plan that is specific to your needs.  

For example, some patients are working on tasks like getting in and out of bed, bathing or dressing. Others are building their strength and mobility to get back to activities like cooking, shopping, taking care of their home, working or enjoying hobbies.

Your therapy

Therapy can take many different forms depending on your individual needs. Your therapy team may include physiotherapists, occupational therapists, recreation therapists and therapy assistants.

During your Orthopaedic Rehabilitation program, you may have individual or group therapy in our gym, pool or other therapeutic areas. Your therapy may include exercises and activities to improve any of the following:

• Range of motion
• Strength and balance
• Endurance
• Use of mobility devices, such as canes and walkers

We encourage patients and their caregivers to take an active role in rehabilitation. Your therapist or physician may teach you how to practice exercises on your own time in a safe way.

Please note we are a teaching hospital, so you may see medical students, residents and learners from various health professions as part of your care. Learners are supervised by other members of our dedicated health-care team work together to provide you with comprehensive care.

Partners in care

You and your caregivers are important partners in your care. You can speak with any member of your care team about anything related to your care and rehabilitation. You can also request a family/caregiver meeting with your team to discuss your progress, your goals and the plan for discharge.

Leaving the hospital

Planning to leave the hospital begins soon after you are admitted. You will be ready for discharge when you no longer need medical care at the hospital.