Neurological Rehabilitation
Our neurological program includes individually tailored treatment of various conditions such as Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, TIA, Neuropathy, Spinal Cord Injury, MS, and other issues which effect the brain or nervous system.
Neurological conditions can often have very sudden and life changing impacts on individuals and their families. The best patient outcomes are achieved when therapy is commenced as soon as possible after the neurological event. At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, our multidisciplinary team are highly experienced in this area, and have the equipment, facilities, and skills to help you or your loved one regain the best possible outcomes.
At Westmead Rehab, our specialists and team of therapists are highly experienced in this area, and have the equipment, facilities, and skills to help you or your loved one regain the best possible physical and psychological function.
Common neurological conditions include:
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Peripheral/Poly Neuropathies
- Parkinson's Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Guillian-Barre Syndrome
- Brain Injury / Tumour
- Spinal Injury / Tumour
Inpatient program structure
- Initial assessment within 24 hours of admission by Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietitian, and Geriatrician/Rehabilitation Specialist
- Holistic team approach to treatment and supporting you through to optimal recovery post neurological event
- Daily therapy from all disciplines as indicated, daily (or as tolerated) - hydrotherapy also available
- Discharge planning into a safe and supportive environment and referral into the specialised neurological day program
How to access the program
- Ask your General Practitioner or Specialist to refer you to our program. Eligibility and funding requests are arranged prior to admission.
- Private health fund, DVA, WorkCover and CTP referrals are accepted.
- If you have an excess or co-payment with your health insurance, you will be required to pay this at the time of admission.
- Self-funded patients will be required to pay at the time of admission.
Please contact our day rehabilitation staff on 02 8833 3555 for further assistance.