Rehabilitation Services
Any condition that disables you, limits your independence, your ability to communicate or your ability to perform daily tasks can be frustrating and life-limiting.
Whether you need therapy after an injury or surgery, the specialists at UCI Health Rehabilitation Services can help. Our experts work with you to develop a treatment plan that takes into account your unique condition, needs and personal goals.
Our highly skilled, compassionate and encouraging team of physical, occupational and speech therapists will improve your function and confidence, help you regain your independence and restore your quality of life.
To schedule an appointment online, sign into MyChart and access Schedule an Appointment through Your Menu. Select your therapist and preferred time.
If you’re a new patient seeking an appointment, give us a call at 714-456-5571.
When you come to UCI Health Rehabilitation Services, you receive expert, compassionate and individualized therapy designed to fit your lifestyle and personal goals.
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UCI Health Rehabilitation Services is an outpatient program providing physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy.
Our dedicated, committed clinicians work with you closely to development a therapy plan that suits your individual needs and goals. Whether you need to regain your function or adapt to a new limitation, our clinicians are with you every step of the way.
Our treatment programs are offered for all medical conditions, including:
Parkinson’s Wellness Program
The UCI Health Parkinson’s Wellness Program (PWP) offers weekly classes for people who experience difficulty moving and thinking due to Parkinson’s disease or Parkinson’s-like symptoms. These group-guided exercises are designed to teach participants how to use high-effort movements and to provide strategies to improve posture, balance and everyday function.
To enroll in Parkinson’s Wellness Program classes, you should be able to:
- Express basic needs
- Follow directions independently
- Get up from a chair and on/off the floor
- Pass screening tests on the quality of your current movement
- Stand and participate in exercise independently
To ensure that this program is safe for you, email rehabparkinsons@hs.uci.edu or call 714-456-2972. We will work with you to determine whether you can benefit from this program.
Cost is $40 per month.
Stroke STRONG Program
The UCI Health Stroke STRONG Program is a 14-week program designed for people who have experienced a stroke.
Using the principles of neuroplasticity, the program features strength and endurance training supervised by therapists with additional training in neurologic rehabilitation. It's designed for those individuals who have completed physical and/or occupational therapy.
To enroll in the Stroke STRONG Program, you should be able to:
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Express basic needs
- Follow directions independently or with the assistance of a caregiver
- Pass screening tests
- Perform seated or standing exercises independently or with the assistance of a caregiver
We will work with you to determine whether this program is appropriate and safe for you. Please call 714-456-2972 or email rehabstroke@hs.uci.edu
Cost is $140.
Pelvic Floor Workshop
The UCI Health Pelvic Floor Workshop is a free class designed to learn how to strengthen your pelvic floor.
Learn more about:
- Postural changes
- Symptoms during pregnancy
- Preparing for labor postpartum concerns
- Pelvic physical therapy
Registration is required. Please email rehabeducation@hs.uci.edu for any questions.
Our compassionate and highly trained team of therapists is solely devoted to your recovery. UCI Health Rehabilitation Services includes:
Occupational therapists work to help you find ways to adapt their environment to their needs. Occupational therapists may perform an evaluation of the patient's home, workspace or school. They may also make recommendations for assistive devices, then train you in their use. They also work with you to craft an individualized therapy plan. You are an integral part of the therapy team.
Physical therapists use a variety of methods depending on your individual goals. You may want to to reduce pain and restore mobility, or you may need to be taught how to manage your condition.
Speech therapists are trained to identify and treat a range of issues with communication and swallowing. You may need speech therapy if you have problems with your voice or have Parkinson's disease and are having trouble being understood.
A wound that doesn't heal can be a serious and painful condition. Our wound therapists craft unique treatment plans to address all types of wounds, including those as the result of a burn or surgery.
Our caregiver guide answers common questions about caregiving and provides information to assist you as you care for your loved one during their recovery.
