Rehabilitation Therapy - St. Bernardine Medical Center

Rehabilitation therapy can help patients recover strength, movement and daily function after injury, illness or surgery. At St. Bernardine Medical Center’s outpatient rehabilitation center, we provide therapy services to support healing, help reduce pain and improve independence.

Depending on your needs, your services may include physical therapy and occupational therapy for a wide variety of orthopedic, neurological and complex medical conditions. Our rehabilitation specialists create personalized care plans and focus on helping you safely return to everyday activities and improve your overall quality of life.

At St. Bernardine Medical Center’s outpatient rehabilitation center, we provide:

• Physical therapy to help improve strength and mobility

• Occupational therapy to support daily activities and independence

We also offer specialized services, including prosthetic training. Your care team will recommend services based on your unique condition, needs and goals. 

We specialize in rehabilitation for a wide range of conditions, including:

Pelvic floor conditions:

• Pelvic pain – chronic or acute pain in the pelvic region

• Loss of bowel or bladder control – incontinence or difficulty controlling bowel/bladder function

• Sexual pain – discomfort during sexual activity

Neurological conditions:

• Parkinson’s disease – evidence-based LSVT BIG therapy to help improve movement and function

• Stroke rehabilitation – personalized programs to help regain strength, balance and independence

• Bell’s palsy – therapy to help restore facial movement and function

• Vestibular/dizziness issues – balance retraining for vertigo or dizziness

• Multiple sclerosis (MS) – therapy focused on maintaining mobility and daily function

Orthopedic conditions:

• Pre- and post-operative rehabilitation – to support recovery before and after surgery

• Musculoskeletal impairments – treatment for joint, muscle or soft tissue problems

• Work-related injuries – therapy to help return to work safely

• Personal injuries – including accidents, falls, and strains.

• Auto injuries/whiplash – specialized rehabilitation after car accidents

Rehabilitation therapy can help people of all ages who are recovering from surgery, injury, illness or a hospital stay. It also supports individuals managing chronic conditions that affect movement, balance, speech or daily tasks. Therapy focuses on helping patients rebuild strength and confidence, safely return to everyday activities and improve overall quality of life.

At St. Bernardine Medical Center’s outpatient rehabilitation center, we provide services to help patients recover from a wide range of orthopedic, neurological and muscular conditions.

You may need neurological (cognitive) rehabilitation if you have an injury or illness that impacts your brain, spinal cord or nerves. We often provide this specialized rehabilitation to help people affected by:

• Balance problems (vestibular dysfunction)

• Brain tumors

• Concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI)

• Movement disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease

• Other neurological diseases, such as multiple sclerosis

• Spinal cord injuries

• Stroke

Understanding your personal stroke risk factors can help you make informed decisions about your health and when to seek care. Our online stroke health questionnaire guides you through a few simple questions and provides personalized insights about your potential risk factors to help inform a conversation with your health care provider about whether additional screening may be appropriate.

Complete the stroke health questionnaire

At your first visit, your therapist will review your medical history, current symptoms and recovery goals. A physical or occupational therapist may assess strength, movement or balance skills, depending on your needs. Together, you’ll develop a personalized therapy plan and discuss what to expect during future sessions. Your therapist will also share tips to support progress between visits.

Inpatient rehabilitation is provided to patients who need intensive therapy and medical support while staying at a rehabilitation center or hospital. Outpatient rehabilitation allows patients to receive therapy during scheduled visits while continuing to live at home. Your St. Bernardine Medical Center outpatient rehabilitation care team will recommend the appropriate level of rehabilitation based on your condition, recovery goals and medical needs. Both options focus on helping patients regain function and independence.

The length of rehabilitation therapy depends on your condition, goals and progress. Some patients need only a few weeks of therapy, while others may benefit from longer-term care. Your therapist will regularly evaluate your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed to help you achieve the best possible results.

Referral requirements depend on your health 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.

Many major health insurance plans cover rehabilitation therapy services such as physical therapy and occupational 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.

St. Bernardine Medical Center is an approved provider for Medicare and HMO Medi-Cal. We handle the admission authorization from insurance companies.