ROYAL REHAB Private hospital
Day Rehabilitation Programs Sydney
Discover our day rehabilitation programs; perfect if you have rehabilitation needs and do not require the support of inpatient medical or nursing care.
The multidisciplinary clinical team at Day Rehabilitation develop personalised programs designed to achieve your rehabilitation goals. Our key areas of expertise include:
- Neurological rehabilitation – If you are recovering from stroke, acquired brain injury, brain or spinal surgery or are living with a neurological condition such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease or motor neurone disease.
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation – if you are recovering from an orthopaedic procedure, fracture or muscoloskeletal injury (such as a hip or knee replacement, spinal surgery, orthopaedic trauma or amputation).
- Reconditioning – if your illness, surgical procedure or chronic condition has reduced your independence to get by day by day.
Under the direction of leading rehabilitation specialists, our team will work collaboratively to provide you with holistic quality care. Our health disciplines include:
Customised for You
ü Your program will be overseen by a team of highly-trained rehabilitation specialists.
ü You can choose a combination of health disciplines to suit your needs.
ü Your program will be personalised to achieve your goals.
ü You will be assessed in real-time as you progress for each session.
ü You are in safe hands with our reputation in care, specialising in brain and spinal cord injury.
For more information on our Day Program, contact us on (02) 9808 0522 or e-mail our friendly team.
Day Rehabilitation Program Services
Our programs are offered in individual and group sessions. We have available full day programs (three hours of therapy per day) and a half day programs (1.5 hours of therapy per day). Full day and half day sessions are usually taken in eight sessions twice a week for four weeks. You can elect to divide your sessions into 30-minute blocks with any of the health disciplines as clinically beneficial. We also have hydrotherapy packages available and drop-in visits.
Day Rehabilitation is open from 8.00am until 3.00pm Monday to Friday.
Physiotherapy
Improve your quality of life with physiotherapy, a critical part of rehabilitation within our Day Rehab Program at Royal Rehab Private Hospital.
Physiotherapy can improve your mobility and function through a customised plan involving strengthening exercises, stretching and task-specific practices such as walking.
If you have been affected by major trauma, require rehabilitation post-surgery or would like to better manage your condition, physiotherapy could be perfect for you.
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PD Warrior
Described as a game changer by leading neurologists and health professionals, Royal Rehab Private Hospital is proud to run the internationally renowned exercise program PD Warrior.
PD Warrior has been shown to improve the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in a fun and social group environment.
At its heart, the program uses a unique combination of physical and cognitive activities to drive your brain’s natural ability to re-wire itself through neuroplastic change. This helps to improve bodily movement as well as the symptoms of Parkinson’s.
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Hydrotherapy
One of our popular therapies at Royal Rehab Private Hospital is hydrotherapy in our on-site heated pool.
Hydrotherapy can help build your strength and improve your range of movement and function.
This is all due to the unique properties of water, the decreased effects of gravity and the effects of buoyancy which can help improve recovery.
Take exercise to new heights, heal your body and have fun along the way with hydrotherapy today.
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Exercise Physiology
With our specialised team of Exercise Physiologists, you can feel confident in your movement and achieve your goals.
Exercise Physiology is an integral discipline within our Royal Rehab Private Hospital Day program and is based on the global benefits of exercise to improve your general health and well-being.
It is especially beneficial if you have overcome major trauma, post-operative surgery or have a neurological condition such as multiple sclerosis.
Let our specialist team create a unique exercise regime tailored just for you – find out more today.
Speech Pathology
If you are looking to improve communication skills, manage a chronic condition, or enhance your ability to swallow and drink, our highly-trained Speech Pathologists at Royal Rehab Private Hospital can help you.
Speech Pathology can address issues such as difficulty expressing or understanding thoughts using language, reading or writing (aphasia), difficulty with pronunciation, pitch, volume, coordination of speech, and swallowing or drinking.
Our Speech Pathologists will assess your individual situation and deliver a personalised treatment program to help you maximise your development.
This may involve reading exercises, writing exercises, and vocal training.
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LSVT BIG & LSVT LOUD
Royal Rehab Private Hospital is proud to offer the revolutionary programs designed for those with Parkinson’s disease – LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD, as part of our Day Rehabilitation program.
LSVT stands for Lee Silverman Voice Treatment. LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD are evidence-based programs designed to help develop your cognitive and physical abilities.The programs are centred around the principle of neuro plasticity; the brain’s ability to change.
For over 40 years, LSVT has developed a global following and has since helped millions of people with Parkinson’s disease.
No matter what stage you are on with your journey with Parkinson’s disease, believe the hype and see how our LSVT programs can empower you.
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Occupational Therapy
Gain confidence and independence in your everyday life with Occupational Therapy.
As part of our Day Rehab program, Occupational Therapy promotes health and well-being through participation and assistance in everyday activities like self-care, work, or community participation.
At Royal Rehab Private Hospital, our specialised team of Occupational Therapists can help you maximise your functional independence no matter what journey you are on.
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Dietetics
Nutrition is vital for all of us. For those with disabilities or chronic conditions, nutrition can be crucial to heal and recover.
If you have difficulty swallowing food or liquid safely, it may be difficult to maintain adequate nutritional intake and hydration.
Dietetics can help you improve your digestion, food and fluid intake and aid your development with the right nutritional plan to suit you.
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Referring to Day Rehabilitation
Prior to commencing the Day Rehabilitation program, patients need to provide the following documents:
- Referral letter from a general practitioner or treating medical officer
- Completed Royal Rehab Private Day Program referral form
- Funding details (i.e. private health insurance details or compensation details if the treatment is related to Workers Compensation or a third-party claim)
Upon receipt of your referral, an appointment will be scheduled with a rehabilitation specialist who will assess you and recommend an appropriate program.
Upon receipt of this recommended program, your scheduled appointments will be organised.
To refer to Day Rehabilitation you can fill out the online or PDF referral form.
You can contact Day Rehabilitation on (02) 9808 0522 or email us.
If you are wanting hydrotherapy as part of your program, you will need to be cleared medically by filling out the below clearance form.
To be eligible to attend the Day Rehabilitation program, clients need to meet the following criteria:- Have established and achievable rehabilitation goals
- Require the involvement of a multidisciplinary team (two or more disciplines)
- Be able to participate in a minimum of 1.5 hours of therapy per day (our half day program)
- Be fully funded through their health fund, third party stakeholder (DVA, CTP, Workers Compensation) or be willing to self-fund the sessions
- Be independent in mobilising between sessions (or have a family member/carer available to assist)
- Be independent in all areas of personal care (or have a family member/carer available to assist)
Testimonials
At Royal Rehab, I did a lot of walking and turning, some aqua aerobics and other full body movements to help my stiff joints. Read more
The more you put in, the more you’ll get out. You’ve got to establish for yourself what you want to achieve. Read more
The therapists were really lovely – they gave me a sense of security as I would talk with them about how the disease was affecting me personally and I am hopeful the therapy will help to defer some of the more life-changing symptoms of Parkinson’s. Read more
The staff members are exceptionally gifted at rehab and so motivating. I felt encouraged and supported the whole way. The modern facilities and hydro pool are fantastic! Read more
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ü Your program will be overseen by a team of highly-trained rehabilitation specialists.
ü You can choose a combination of health disciplines to suit your needs.
ü Your program will be personalised to achieve your goals.
