Specialties & Services

Therapy and Rehabilitation

Pain shouldn’t hold you back from doing the things you love. BJC HealthCare’s therapy and rehabilitation experts provide expert service and a broad range of rehab and therapy options to give you the best chance to heal and live your best life.

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Therapy and rehabilitation care at BJC

We create individualized therapy and rehabilitation plans tailored to your needs and goals. Our experts provide education, guidance, and support for you, along with these therapeutic and rehabilitation options:

Physical therapy
Physical therapy helps restore your strength, mobility and overall function after an injury, illness or surgery

Speech therapy
Speech-language pathologists support people with people with VitalStim® Therapy for dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), and treatment for aphasia (difficulty speaking) due to a Parkinson’s disease, stroke, brain injury, or neurological disorder.

Occupational therapy
We help you achieve greater independence through daily living activities. From bathing, dressing, and using the toilet to preparing meals, driving, and returning to work, we tailor treatment to your abilities and goals.

Continence and pelvic therapy

 We provide private, dedicated consultation to help you with any pelvic, bladder, or bowel issues.

Vestibular rehab for inner ears

 We guide you through maneuvers, exercises, and balance activities to ease balance troubles and reduce the risk of vertigo-related falls.

Lymphedema therapy

 Our certified lymphedema therapists use specialized massage, bandaging, compression garments, and other techniques to help you find relief.

VitalStim® therapy

 We use non-invasive electric currents to help you work through or overcome dysphagia.

Cardiac and pulmonary rehab

 We provide innovative, patient-centered care to help your body recover from heart- or lung-related issues and surgeries.

Comprehensive medical rehabilitation

 Our broad roster of specialists applies their expertise to help rehabilitate and heal from a range of conditions, from strokes to spinal injuries to chronic arthritis.

Hand therapy

 We use innovative and non-invasive therapeutic solutions to help you regain use of your hand muscles post-surgery or traumatic event.

Elder care

Our specialists provide in-home and in-clinic care for elderly patients who are recovering from injury or illness.

Pain management

 Pain can be a part of any type of therapy. We work with you to keep the discomfort manageable so that it doesn’t disrupt the progress you’ve made.

Why choose us for therapy and rehabilitation care?

BJC HealthCare works with WashU Medicine specialists, BJC Medical Group, and other providers to offer a full range of therapy, outpatient, and inpatient rehabilitation care options for patients of all ages. At BJC, you can expect:  

  • National accreditation: Our rehabilitation centers are accredited by the Joint Commission® and have special certifications in stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, and amputee rehabilitation. This designation illustrates our commitment to high-quality patient care.  
  • Regional excellence: We have a decades-long reputation for exceptional rehabilitation services. In 2001, we established St. Louis’ first free-standing rehabilitation hospital, plus our research partnership with WashU School of Medicine means we stay on the forefront of rehabilitative medicine. 
  • Strong partnerships: Our partnership with Encompass Health®, a nationally recognized and trusted rehabilitation provider, means we can help more people recover and thrive. 
  • Team-based approach: Physiatrists (specialists in physical medicine and rehabilitation) work alongside physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to deliver your care. We also collaborate with dietitians, pharmacists, case workers, and other providers as needed to best meet your needs.  
  • Pediatric rehabilitation: Our family-centered therapy services at St. Louis Children’s Hospital help our youngest patients reach their full potential. Find care for developmental delays, musculoskeletal disorders, neurological conditions, and much more.

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