Rehabilitation Services

Trinity Health Of New England rehabilitation centers specialize in stroke rehabilitation as well as treating spinal cord injury, other neurological disorders and musculoskeletal impairments.

Patients choose Trinity Health Of New England because we deliver long-term, sustainable results that promote an optimal quality of life. We customize your treatment and provide follow-up care long after discharge.

Inpatient Rehabilitation Care: Why Choose Trinity Health Of New England?

Patients with complex cases such as traumatic brain injury benefit from our coordinated approach to rehabilitation medicine. We strive to maximize your recovery so you can return to living at home. 

Our rehabilitation centers provide:

• Multidisciplinary care: Several specialists work together to develop an individualized, coordinated plan of care that meets your needs.
• Evidence-based practices: You receive the latest, most advanced care based on proven research.
• Timely treatment: Optimal recovery depends on timely care — especially with complex cases. Our attention to detail ensures that we consider critical, time-sensitive factors when planning your treatment and recovery.
• Low nurse-to-patient ratio: You receive the high level of attention you need for optimal recovery.
• Outstanding outcomes: Independent data has confirmed our expertise, as the percentage of patients treated here who return home is consistently at or better than the regional average.

Rehabilitation Centers: Conditions We Treat

Our rehabilitation centers treat patients who have experienced:

Rehabilitation Medicine Experts in Connecticut and western Massachusetts

Each of our team members is focused on helping you thrive during treatment and after discharge. We work diligently to help you maximize function, mobility, self-care, communication and independence.

You’ll work with providers who specialize in rehabilitation medicine as well as nurses and therapists who have undergone dedicated training in this specialty.

We recognize the complexities that come with a serious illness or injury, so behavioral health specialists are also on staff to promote your mental well-being throughout treatment, recovery and beyond.

Complete Rehabilitation, Close to Home

We provide physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and psychological counseling in our modern facilities. Both of our rehabilitation hospitals are equipped with advanced technology and rehabilitation-specific settings, so every patient can access the therapy that promotes healing.

Our inpatient rehabilitation programs include:

The General Rehabilitation Program

This program helps patients who have a serious illness or experienced an extended hospital stay. It is ideal for patients with cardiac disease, cancer, major surgery and those who require complex medical care.

The Inpatient Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program 

People with brain injuries and conditions receive personalized, compassionate care from experts in brain injury treatment. We encourage maximum mobility within a safe, contained environment.

We designed patient rooms to minimize distractions and confusion. Patients attend a daily orientation group to maximize awareness of their surroundings and strengthen cognition.

The Inpatient Spinal Cord Injury and Neurological Rehabilitation Program

This program is for patients with traumatic and non-traumatic spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions, such as:

• Multiple sclerosis
• Motor neuron diseases
• Polyneuropathy
• Guillain-Barre syndrome
• Muscular dystrophy
• Parkinson's disease

We educate patients and families to maximize independence and transition into a new lifestyle.

The Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation Program

Rehabilitation experts assist patients and families with the physical, cognitive, emotional and psychological effects of a stroke. Education for patients and families is a key component. Patients can attend regular support groups and classes.

The Inpatient Orthopedic/Trauma Rehabilitation Program

This program is geared toward people with amputations, multiple trauma and hip fractures with medical complications.

The Cancer Rehabilitation Program

We help you function at the highest level possible during and after treatment. Cancer and its treatments can cause issues such as fatigue, pain, weakness, balance, memory, concentration and overall loss of function. This program aims to minimize side effects during treatment and facilitate healing after treatment so you can continue living your best life.

Become a Patient

To be eligible for inpatient rehabilitation, you must be able to benefit from the intensive level of services we provide. The program involves three hours of therapy per day, at least five days a week.

Patients in our programs must:

• Benefit from 24-hour provider availability
• Require a combination of physical, occupational and/or speech therapy
• Be able to tolerate and benefit from intensive therapy
• Have a realistic discharge plan

If you or a loved one needs outpatient rehabilitation therapy in Connecticut or Western Massachusetts, you’ll find comprehensive, customized care at Trinity Health Of New England. We deliver exceptional physical, speech and occupational therapy in an upbeat atmosphere that promotes your total well-being.

Outpatient Rehabilitation: Why Choose Trinity Health Of New England?

At our rehabilitation centers, you’ll find:

• Teams of licensed and certified therapists dedicated to helping you achieve your rehabilitation goals
• Wide range of services to help adults and children regain function and maximize recovery after an illness, injury or surgery
• Innovative rehabilitation technologies and methods, so you can access the care you need
• Outstanding outcomes, backed by data showing our patients make greater progress toward independence compared to those who go to other facilities
• Convenient locations, so you don’t have to travel far for excellent care

Rehabilitation Therapies: Conditions We Treat

Therapists at Trinity Health Of New England treat patients who have experienced:

Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapy Specialists

Providers who specialize in rehabilitation medicine, orthopedics and neurology deliver a wide range of therapies, including:

• Occupational therapy: Vocational rehabilitation helps you regain and maintain the skills you need to perform the activities of daily life. You work with occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) who are licensed by the state and certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Some of our providers are certified hand therapists (CHTs). These certifications mean you receive focused, expert care to help you reach your goals.
• Physical therapy: Improve your mobility with exercises such as stretching, core strengthening, strength training and walking. Our dedicated physical therapists (PTs) customize a care plan to help you:
  • Move better
  • Improve or restore your physical function and fitness level
  • Relieve pain
• Speech therapy: Our speech-language pathologists are certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). They provide assessments and treatments to help with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders.
• Specialized Rehabilitation Care: Therapists at Trinity Health Of New England offer several specialty programs tailored for patients with specific needs. Learn more about our specialty services, including care for voice disorders and hand therapy. We also provide expert, compassionate rehabilitation care for children at our children’s outpatient program.

Trinity Health Of New England provides an outpatient rehabilitation program that enables adults to receive rigorous care while living at home. Our Day Program offers intensive rehabilitation services for adults with a brain injury, neurological disorder or complex medical issue.

These adults no longer require hospitalization but still need thorough physiotherapy to achieve their health goals.

Therapy Focused on Recovery and Results

As part of the Day Program, you participate in individual and group therapy. We customize your therapy plan based on your needs and condition.

Physical, occupational and speech therapy can reintegrate you into home, community and vocational environments. Community outings allow you to apply skills learned during therapy in real-world settings. This holistic, real-world approach can help you regain and increase function and independence.

Outpatient Rehabilitation in Connecticut and western Massachusetts

You receive two to three hours of individual therapy within a half- or full-day customized schedule, available one to five days a week.

The Day Program also features:

• Social work/case management to connect you with appropriate resources
• Coordination of vocational services to help you get and keep a job compatible with your skills and abilities
• Regular individual, family and weekly team meetings
• Individual and family counseling
• Peer visitation and support
• Return to driving program, when appropriate
• Support groups

Day Program Requirements

To receive these services, you must:

• Have a referral from a provider
• Need two or more therapies
• Be able to tolerate half-day sessions at a minimum
• Be medically stable
• Have the potential to achieve a higher level of function within an established timeframe

At Trinity Health Of New England, you’ll find expert rehabilitation care that focuses on your specific needs. We offer several specialty services: From orthopedic hand therapy and wound care to a wheelchair clinic and support groups, we bring you a higher level of customized care.

Specialized, Certified Rehabilitation in Connecticut and western Massachusetts

As a leader in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, we deliver first-class occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy. Additionally, we offer a variety of services to assist you with improving mobility, independence and overall quality of life.

Our specialty services include:

• Hand therapy: Specialized occupational therapists known as certified hand therapists (CHTs) provide hand therapy that treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions of the hand, shoulder and arm.
• Lymphedema care: Lymphedema is a condition that may result from cancer treatment. It causes swelling in the arms or legs and can affect rehabilitation. Our experienced occupational and physical therapists address these unique challenges so your recovery can continue to progress.
• Wound care: Taking care of wounds can ensure your comfort during treatment and success during recovery.
• Vestibular therapy: A licensed occupational or physical therapist with dedicated training in vestibular disorders can help with dizziness, vertigo and disequilibrium.
• Voice disorders therapy: Difficulty swallowing, known as dysphagia, is common for people who have experienced stroke, cancer, injury and surgery — as well as those with Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. We provide speech and voice rehabilitation for patients with a variety of related issues, including:
  • Neurologic voice disorders
  • Upper airway laryngeal disorders
  • Post-surgical laryngeal issues
  • Laryngeal cancer
• Driving rehabilitation: This program offers a clinical evaluation and medical support services to assess the ability of you or a loved one to continue driving safely.
• Golfers in Motion: We offer a safe and supportive environment for those who want to learn or relearn the great game of golf.
• Connecticut Adaptive Rowing Program: Led by therapeutic rehabilitation specialists and physical therapists, this first-of-its-kind program gives individuals with physical disabilities or visual impairments the opportunity to stay active and savor the great outdoors.
• Orthotic and prosthetic care: Our team of specialists assists you in finding the best possible fit for your body and your lifestyle. Once your orthotic or prosthetic has been crafted, we train you on proper use. As your needs change, our team follows up with you to make necessary adjustments. We ensure that you have the best-fitted and most appropriately designed orthotic or prosthetic.
• Wheelchair services: A physician, an occupational therapist and a medical equipment representative evaluate your wheelchair needs. We make sure you receive a wheelchair that encourages independence while promoting good posture, breathing and digestion, as well as avoiding skin problems.
• Support groups: Ask us about available support groups, which can address a wide variety of medical and emotional conditions that may affect you or a loved one.

Children with certain conditions may find it challenging to move, communicate and function as they would like. They can experience significant improvements — along with a boost in confidence — from pediatric physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy.

Children’s Outpatient Services: Why Choose Trinity Health Of New England?

We know that children are not simply small adults. Their growing bodies and minds require specialized, pediatric-focused care. At our inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation centers, your child receives everything they need to succeed and meet their goals.

At Trinity Health Of New England, you’ll find:

• Dedicated teams: Young patients work with teams of pediatric physical, occupational and speech therapists focused on giving them the best care. Our warm, child-centered professionals engage children in a variety of cutting-edge therapy programs that often feel more like a fun activity than work.
• Coordinated care: Children thrive at Trinity Health Of New England because our therapists work closely together and communicate regularly with your child’s care providers. This approach ensures your child receives comprehensive, well-coordinated care.

Pediatric Physical Therapy: Conditions We Treat

We provide pediatric therapies for children who experience:

• Articulation disorders
• Attention deficit disorder/attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD)
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Cerebral palsy
• Childhood apraxia of speech
• Developmental delay
• Down syndrome
• Gait (walking) disorders
• Handwriting difficulty
• Hearing loss
• Language delays and problems such as stuttering
• Neuromuscular disorders
• Sensory processing disorder
• Torticollis

Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Physical Therapy

Our certified pediatric therapists support children using:

• Pediatric physical therapy helps children coordinate their movements such as rolling, sitting, crawling, walking and using a wheelchair. We focus on improving a child’s motor skills, balance, coordination, strength and endurance, motor planning and sensory integration.
• Pediatric occupational therapy can assist children with aspects of schoolwork, such as paying attention and handwriting. It can also improve play, self-care and social skills.
• Pediatric speech therapy assists children in speech, feeding and swallowing. It can help children with a variety of challenges, including voice and speech disorders, hearing and attention deficits and stuttering.

Some of the special programs we use to foster socialization and peer-to-peer support include:

• Therapeutic horseback riding
• Animal-assisted therapy
• “How Does Your Engine Run?^®” sensory integration platform
• Social groups

The Fitness and Aquatic Center at Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut provides the perfect setting for aqua therapy, ongoing rehabilitation and general exercise. We use exercise as both a treatment and a preventive tool to help you achieve your health goals. The facility offers amenities to ensure exercise is accessible for people of all abilities.

The general public is welcome to use the fitness center and swimming pool. Group classes and personal training are available.

A Premier Fitness Center in Connecticut

The fitness center includes staff who can devise personalized exercise programs for patients who experience or who have experienced:

Exercise as Medicine — For All

We designed the facility to ensure that people of all abilities can benefit from our equipment. Our centers include specialized equipment used exclusively for rehabilitative purposes.

Some notable equipment includes:

• Magnum Series strength training machines
• Para-gym multi-station (wheelchair accessible)
• Biodex cable column functional trainer
• Schwinn Windjammer upper body bike
• VitaGlide® Upper Extremity Push/Pull
• NuStep® TRS 4000 cardio equipment

Getting Started at the Fitness Center

All members are required to complete these forms before using the fitness and aquatics center.

• Physician’s Release to Participate in a Fitness Program
• Health Risk Questionnaire
• Medication List
• Program Registration Form

Fitness & Aquatic Center Hours:

The caring team at Trinity Health Of New England brings a world of expertise to each patient in a healing atmosphere. We designed our rehabilitation facilities to support your recovery at every step.

One reason for our high patient outcome and satisfaction ratings is because our neurologists, occupational therapists and other providers are always up to date on the latest innovations in rehabilitation. We use proven treatments and technologies as well as newer techniques — all to help you achieve long-term, sustainable success.

Rehabilitation Tailored to Your Success

We designed the rehabilitation facilities at Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital and at Mercy Rehabilitation Services so patients of all abilities can access top-quality care. This design includes specialty settings as well as the ability to modify activities.

Because we customize our facilities and technologies to meet patients’ needs, more people can receive world-class treatment. Improve mobility, cognition and function so you can return to the activities you enjoy — all while exploring new ones, too.

Where Recovery Takes Center Stage

Our rehabilitation hospitals feature several specialty settings to promote recovery. These include:

• The neuro rehab gym is equipped with state-of-the-art technology specially designed for the rehabilitation of people with neurological impairments.
• The outpatient fitness center provides patients and therapists with a variety of equipment and exercise options in an expansive, adaptable, well-lit environment.
• The mini-bus is used as part of community-based therapy. Functionally based, treatment-oriented outings allow patients to practice maneuvering in crowded environments and overcome other barriers found outside the hospital. The mini-bus has room for four patients in wheelchairs and six ambulatory patients.
• The speech treatment room is fully equipped to support speech therapy programs, serving patients across a wide range of abilities.
• The SwimEx^® pool at Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital has several levels and stations, allowing dynamic and varied exercise capability. It distributes a constant flow of water with controlled and variable rates, allowing patients to exercise against that resistance, or walk or swim in place with therapist direction and supervision.
• The therapeutic pool boasts 92-degree water that aids pain control and increases the elasticity of soft tissues. The buoyancy also helps with muscle re-education and builds strength. It is available at Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital.
• The terrace offers patients the opportunity to recover fine motor skills through planting and cultivating flowers and decorative plants.
• Town Commons’ simulated environments give patients the opportunity to approach community challenges. The site includes café and park bench area, grocery store checkout counter, train depot, water fountain, telephone, ATM, crosswalk with traffic signals and even a full-sized car.
• Cream and Two Sugars, the café at Town Commons, helps patients gain confidence while practicing situations encountered in restaurants and other service venues.
• The transitional living apartment helps patients learn to overcome challenges they may face at home. The apartment is equipped with a kitchen, bedroom, living area and bathroom.
• The Mandell MS Center features state-of-the-art treatments, groundbreaking research and innovative rehabilitation programs for people with multiple sclerosis and their families. 

Rehabilitation Therapy at Its Best

You won’t have to travel far to experience the latest in rehabilitation technology. Trinity Health Of New England provides the latest rehabilitation innovations. Our rehabilitation centers feature sophisticated equipment that includes:

• Armeo® helps patients regain arm and hand function via a wide range of movements and tasks using repetitive interactions in virtual environments. It’s the only technology of its kind in Connecticut.
• Balance Master® provides assessment and retraining of the sensory and voluntary motor control of balance, assisting the patient in achieving better balance control.
• Biodex Dynamometer is a machine that helps therapists accurately assess muscle strength, reaction time, power and joint flexibility. This device assists in designing tailored rehabilitative programs that best meet your needs. It also gives the providers data to assess your progress and ability to return to work or sports, helping to guide rehabilitation decisions.
• Bioness® is an electrical stimulation device worn on your hand, thigh or leg to help improve muscle movement. Through electrical stimulation, Bioness retrains muscles, increases motion and blood circulation and promotes the use of extremities.
• DIEGO® is a robotic arm and shoulder rehabilitation device for patients experiencing motoric dysfunctions. The unique overhead construction offers 3D range of movement and can be used by both mobile patients and those in wheelchairs.
• Dynavision® is used to evaluate and treat patients through cognitive training, helping improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time.
• The GAITRite^® Mat, a portable, instrumented walkway, is used to analyze details of walking to help guide treatment decisions.
• LiteGait® trains patients in developing a correct, sustainable walking gait. As you walk on a treadmill or across the floor, LiteGait supports body weight while also providing balance and posture. You can relearn lower body and leg movement with manually assisted leg and pelvis movement, if needed, and without concern for balance or falling.
• Lokomat® replicates a normal gait for patients with a walking disability. Your legs are secured in special cuffs and guided along a treadmill outfitted with sensors that send feedback to computer screens. The act of walking correctly changes the brain and helps recapture function that otherwise might have been lost. The machine’s ability to retrain the brain can make dramatic and lasting improvements.
• Omni VR® is a virtual reality platform that recreates movements in 3D, real-time, interactive environments. Patients receive enhanced feedback and motivation to improve exercise participation, repetition and duration. The system includes a variety of skilled exercise programs for physical, occupational and speech therapy applications.