Rehabilitation

UPMC offers the largest rehabilitation network in western Pennsylvania. Our 90+ inpatient, outpatient, and transitional rehabilitation locations mean that we’re here to meet your needs at each phase of your recovery – offering physician services, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, specialized rehabilitation, and more. Learn about the types of rehabilitation available for specific injuries and conditions, what to expect when you visit us, and how we’ve changed patients’ lives.

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Recovery at Home After Your Heart Surgery

April 28, 2015

Find out what to expect after you are discharged from the hospital following heart surgery. Learn about your home recovery plan. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: after heart surgery, Caring For Yourself at Home After Your Heart Surgery, heart surgery recovery, recovery at home
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Concussion and Loss of Consciousness

April 11, 2015

Find out the truth behind the common myth that concussion occurs more often following loss of consciousness. Learn about UPMC's research and recovery plans. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion misconceptions, concussion recovery, concussion; loss of consciousness; concussion myths, rethink concussions, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
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What to Expect During Physical Therapy

April 9, 2015

Physical therapy helps you regain mobility and function after joint replacement surgery. Putting in the hard work helps you get active again. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: building strength, chronic joint pain, joint pain, joint replacement, knee replacement surgery, medical mondays, physical therapy, rehabilitation
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Timeline: Prosthetic Limbs Through the Years

March 8, 2015

Do you know the history of prosthetic limb replacements? Check out this timeline to learn more about the technology advancements. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: amputation, brain-computer interface, physical medicine and rehabilitation, prosthetic, prosthetics
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Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Technologies

March 6, 2015

Spinal cord injuries (SCI) can cause permanent changes in your body's strength, sensations, and functions. Discover our innovative rehab technology at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: ArmeoÂ®, GameCycleÂ®, LokomatÂ®, Nintendo WiiÂ®, paraplegia, quadriplegia, Spinal cord injuries, spinal cord injury, spinal cord injury rehab, tetraplegia, UPMC
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FAQs: Treating Musculoskeletal Pain Without Medication

February 13, 2015

Are you experiencing aching or stiffness in your bones or joints? You may be suffering from musculoskeletal pain. Learn about the symptoms and treatments. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: acupuncture, back pain, bone aches, chiropractic, chronic pain, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, fatigue, injury, Megan Cortazzo, muscle aches, musculoskeletal pain, pain
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Why Chiropractic Works

October 30, 2014

Do you have back pain? A chiropractic adjustment may provide immediate relief. Learn why chiropractic is a safe, pain-free, noninvasive treatment option. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: American Chiropractic Association, back pain, chiropractic, headaches, neck pain, UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine
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Q&A: Facts About Spinal Cord Injury

October 23, 2014

Learn more about spinal cord injuries (SCI), including what causes them, how they are treated and what the rehabilitation process looks like for patients. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Amanda Harrington, neurosurgery, outpatient therapy, pain, rehabilitation, spasms, spinal cord injury, Spinal Cord Injury Services, UPMC Center for Spinal Cord Injury
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What Is a Functional Movement Assessment?

July 22, 2014

Learn about functional movement assessments, which can help you stay injury free and can determine which exercise routines are best for you Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: functional movement assessment, functional movement screen, injuries, muscle weaknesses, Ron DeAngelo, UPMC Sports Medicine