Our programs address both the short- and long-term needs of patients recovering from surgery, injury or chronic illnesses. Special programs are also available for individuals interested in improving sports performance and fitness.

Patient diagnoses that may benefit from physical, occupational and speech therapies include:

• Back and neck injuries and surgeries – cervical/lumbar disc injury, chronic low back and sacroiliac dysfunction
• Joint injuries and surgeries – anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, rotator cuff tear, plantar fascitis, fractures
• Nervous system disorders – carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica and cerebrovascular accidents (strokes)
• Rheumatoid arthritis, amputations and osteoporosis
• Diseases of the muscle – muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis
• Spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries
• Chronic pain – pain which persists longer than three months and is not responding to conventional medical treatment
• Female-related – cesarean section birth, balance and center of gravity, episiotomies, vaginal/rectal tears, incontinence/pelvic floor dysfunction, musculoskeletal pain
• Chronic lung diseases – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (emphysema, bronchitis, asthma), cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis
• Speech or language disorder

During your first visit, the therapist evaluates your condition, outlines therapy goals, and prepares your plan of care. Your therapy may include:

Building on the foundation of our three core therapies, Santé offers the following adult specialty rehab programs:

• Industrial Rehabilitation Program and Testing – Our Industrial Rehabilitation Case Manager plays a critical role in cost-effectively managing all aspects of treatment, from admission to return-to-work. Santé integrates those components critical to controlling direct and indirect costs from work-related injuries: job site analysis, acute rehabilitation, work hardening, work conditioning and return-to-work strategies. The Company offers different tests to assist employers in objectively managing injury-related costs, including post-employment/pre-placement and Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE).

• Chronic Pain Management Program – Our  multidisciplinary program assists chronic pain patients to overcome their pain and resume a productive life. Disciplines include a rehabilitation physician, biofeedback, physical therapy, massage therapy, vocational counseling, spiritual counseling, nutritional counseling, and psychological services. Three intensity levels are available to meet the injured worker’s needs: Comprehensive, Modified, and Basic.

• Women’s Health Program – Santé combines treatments and therapies ranging from physical therapy, exercise, supportive devices, relaxation techniques, biofeedback and education, to address the unique health issues facing women of all ages, from adolescence through senior years.

• Peripheral Neuropathy Program – involves physical and occupational therapies and new FDA-approved technology to reduce chronic pain, improve the patient’s ability to walk, decrease fall frequency, improve wound healing and minimize amputation .

• Sports Program – Our comprehensive training program supports a safe return to pre-injury sports performance for the athlete. Together with the therapist, Santé’s program addresses power, flexibility, balance, stabilization and coordination.

• Fitness and Exercise Programs – allow former patients and others to exercise under the indirect supervision of knowledgeable therapy staff. A customized workout program is developed to improve fitness, strength and self-esteem. Our popular exercise program has helped individuals of all ages achieve their fitness goals using a balanced approach that fits their busy lifestyle.

Santé is a preferred provider on most insurance and managed care plans and certified by Medicare and Medicaid,  in addition to accreditation by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

Three Strikes and You’re NOT Out! A Santé patient story

In October 2000, Susie had the first of her three surgeries to repair her torn rotator cuff. Even though she thought it was too soon, Susie started physical therapy as ordered by her doctor. Rip…the rotator cuff tore a second time!

Seven months later, she underwent her second surgery performed by the same surgeon. Once again, Susie began physical therapy. During the six months of therapy, she did not regain strength in her arm. The nightmare continued when the rotator cuff tore once more.

Upset and angry, Susie sought out the opinion of a second surgeon…she did not want the same outcome a third time! In April 2002, Susie had her third surgery. Unlike her previous experiences, she began passive exercises in a motion chair for three weeks. Once the physician determined that

the rotator cuff tendon had healed sufficiently, Susie started occupational therapy with a new rehab company in May, Santé Rehabilitation. The goal was to break up the scar tissue from the previous surgeries with passive exercises and then progress to more strenuous exercises to help her regain upper body and arm strength.

Susie works with her occupational therapist three times a week and does exercises at home. Over time, the exercise regimen has become more rigorous. “My therapist is so positive. Even when I have a plateau in my progress, her “can do” attitude and different approaches keep me going! Unlike my previous experiences before Santé, my “age” is not an issue!” says Susie.

Even though Susie has had to make a few changes to her lifestyle, she has not given in to her injury. As Director and music teacher of a Parents Day-Out program, she looks forward to the day when she can lift her right arm as she sing songs and does finger plays with the children.