Rehabilitation Therapy - Dignity Health - Sequoia Hospital

Rehabilitation therapy helps people recover strength, movement and daily function after injury, illness or surgery. At Sequoia Hospital, we deliver comprehensive inpatient and outpatient therapy services to support healing, reduce pain and improve independence. We offer several specialized therapy programs: 

• Advanced hand therapy 
• Cardiac rehabilitation, including a peripheral artery disease exercise therapy program
• Lymphedema program 
• Neurological rehabilitation program
• Orthopedic rehabilitation and sports therapy

Depending on your needs, your services may include physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech and language therapy. We create personalized care plans and focus on helping you safely return to everyday activities and improve your overall quality of life.

Inpatient rehabilitation is offered to patients who need intensive therapy and medical support while staying at a rehabilitation center. Outpatient rehabilitation allows patients to receive therapy during scheduled visits while continuing to live at home. The goal of both options is to help patients regain function and independence. Your physician will recommend a rehabilitation program based on your condition, recovery goals and medical needs.

At Sequoia Hospital, our therapy and rehabilitation center includes specialized staff and equipment to provide a comprehensive range of therapy services. 

These services include:

• Orthopedic physical therapy
• Pre-operative and post-operative physical therapy
• Sports injury rehabilitation
• Pilates-based physical therapy
• Vestibular rehabilitation
• Pre-natal and post-natal physical therapy 
• Pelvic floor physical therapy
• Ergonomics education
• Temporomandibular joint physical therapy
• Parkinson’s disease “PWR! Moves” therapy

Rehabilitation therapy at Sequoia Hospital can help people recovering from surgery, injury or a hospital stay. It also supports individuals managing chronic conditions that affect movement, balance, speech or daily tasks.

We treat a variety of conditions, including but not limited to: 

• Incontinence
• Lymphedema
• Neurologic conditions, such as stroke and Parkinson’s disease
• Pain
• Orthopedic surgeries, such as total hip and knee replacement and spinal fusion
• Speech, language, swallowing and voice disorders
• Sports-related injuries, including sprains and strains
• Temporomandibular disorders, such as TMJ
• Vestibular issues
• Work-related injuries, including herniated discs and carpal tunnel syndrome

During your first visit to rehabilitation therapy at Sequoia Hospital, your therapist will review your medical history, current symptoms and recovery goals. They may perform tests to assess strength, movement, balance or function, depending on your needs. Together, you’ll develop a personalized therapy plan and discuss what to expect during future sessions.

The length of rehabilitation varies based on each person’s condition, progress and goals. While some patients may need only a few weeks of therapy, others may benefit from longer-term rehabilitation. Your care team will evaluate your progress regularly and adjust your treatment plan as needed to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.

Referral requirements depend on your insurance plan and the type of therapy you need. Some plans allow direct access to rehabilitation therapy, while others require a referral from a physician. Our therapy team can help answer referral questions and assist with scheduling your appointment.

Most health insurance plans cover rehabilitation therapy services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Coverage details may vary based on your plan, diagnosis and whether you receive inpatient or outpatient services. Our staff can help verify insurance coverage, explain benefits and answer questions before your first visit.