Four benefits of inpatient rehabilitation in Jacksonville

For many people, recovery is just the beginning of feeling like their old selves again. Recovery starts before you leave the hospital with personalized care. After a stroke, major surgery, spinal injury, or serious illness, patients often need inpatient rehabilitation for regaining strength, mobility, and independence.

Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Inpatient Rehabilitation in Jacksonville, Florida is designed for patients recovering from serious illness, injury, surgery, or neurological conditions. The center provides specialized care for a wide range of diagnoses including:

• Amputation and limb impairment
• Brain injury
• Neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s and MS
• Orthopedic injuries, hip fractures, and post‑surgical recovery
• Spinal cord dysfunction
• Stroke
• Other medically disabling conditions requiring intensive rehabilitation 

Here are four benefits to receiving inpatient rehabilitation care at Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside:

Around the clock inpatient rehabilitation support

Patients can receive up to 15 hours of therapy per week, that may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy depending on individual needs. These sessions are one‑on‑one or small groups. Inpatient rehabilitation provides:

• Therapy schedules that accelerate progress
• 24/7 nursing and medical support
• Psychosocial support and future care needs
• Family education and participation
• Smooth transitions from hospital to our dedicated inpatient rehabilitation center 

Collaborative care from a multidisciplinary team

At Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Inpatient Rehabilitation, patients are supported by a multidisciplinary team of rehabilitation specialists who work together to build and adjust treatment plans. This team may include:

• Case managers assisting with discharge planning and continuity of care 
• Occupational therapists helping patients regain everyday functional skills
• Physical therapists focusing on strength, balance, and mobility
• Registered nurses provide direct, 24/7 clinical care
• Rehabilitation physicians who oversee overall medical care
• Speech therapists addressing communication and swallowing issues

This collaborative approach ensures every aspect of a patient’s recovery is addressed, from physical healing to emotional well‑being and future independence.

Easy transfer to outpatient care

A benefit of our inpatient rehabilitation program is the option to continue with the same health system at our outpatient facility. This helps avoid potential gaps or delays that may occur when moving to an outpatient facility managed by another organization.

Nationally recognized program

Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Inpatient Rehabilitation was recognized as one of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers by Newsweek, for the second consecutive year. For patients and their families, this means:

• Assurance of high levels of patient satisfaction and clinical performance
• Confidence that the facility meets or exceeds national standards
• Peace of mind that their rehabilitation is guided by best practices and compassionate care 

Learn more about Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Inpatient Rehabilitation.