Texoma Living Well Magazine November/December 2018 | Page 37

COMFORT AND QUALITY HELP
PATIENTS TO HEAL AT THE
REBA MCENTIRE® CENTER
Courtesy Texoma Medical Center
FOR REHABILITATION
A
t the Reba McEntire® Center for Rehabilitation
patients begin their journey back to health in
a beautiful, home-like setting. Here, an entire
team, including rehab nurses, occupational,
speech and physical therapists, dedicates itself
to helping patients reach the highest level of independence
possible. These patients have suffered debilitating illness or
injury, such as stroke, significant trauma, spinal cord injury
or total joint replacement.
A Personalized Program
When a patient starts rehabilitation, the multidisciplinary
“Reba Rehab” team assesses his or her abilities and
limitations. Together, team members develop an
individualized plan of care, focused on meeting the
patient’s specific needs and goals.
“No matter what the diagnosis, we tailor the plan to each
patient,” says Katherine Ellis, MD, Reba Rehab Medical
Director. “We stay in contact with patients’ physicians and
closely monitor progress throughout their stay.”
Family-Centered Rehabilitation
The rehabilitation program’s philosophy encourages family
members to participate in therapy. They’re also included in
discussions about discharge planning.
“It’s important for family members to be involved,” says Dr.
Ellis. “Chances are a close relative will be a caregiver, so
education is a part of the patient’s successful recovery.”
The Advantages of Aquatic Therapy
Reba Rehab is the only rehabilitation center in the local
area with a handicapped-accessible heated indoor pool,
including an area for hydrotherapy.
“Because gravity is eliminated in water, patients can move
more freely,” says Dr. Ellis. “Through aquatic exercises the
muscles become stronger and help patients gain mobility
that stays with them.”
A Smooth Transition Home
Patients have access to an on-site transitional apartment
that offers real-life practice during their stay. Individual
therapy takes place seven days a week and includes family
members, so everyone is well prepared for the patient’s
discharge.
These Services Enhance Rehabilitation at Reba
Rehab
Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) therapists
encourage improvement of motor skills through hands-on
assistance.
Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP™)
ESP uses therapeutic electrical stimulation for the treatment
of dysphagia (swallowing difficulty). This treatment, in
conjunction with a custom exercise program, helps restore
swallowing and prevents food from entering the patient’s
airway.
The WalkAide® System
This assists in lifting the foot for individuals who experience
foot drop after an injury to their central nervous system.
Virtual Reality Assist Program
The Virtual Omni™ aids patients by allowing them to
perform rehabilitative exercises in a virtual environment.
Reba® and Reba McEntire® are registered trademarks licensed by Reba’s Business,
Inc. Physicians are on the medical staff of Texoma Medical Center, but, with limited
exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Texoma
Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided
by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the non-
discrimination notice, visit our website.
For more information or to arrange a referral or admission,
call the Reba McEntire® Center for Rehabilitation at 903-416-1040.
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