Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

A Holistic Approach to SCI Rehabilitation

Our goal-directed rehabilitation programme focuses on the individual and their unique needs, with the aim of improving function, promoting independence, and supporting a safe transition back home and into the community.

Our multidisciplinary team works together to address:

• Mobility, strength and functional independence
• Activities of daily living and adaptive equipment
• Bladder, bowel and skin management
• Pain management and secondary complications
• Nutrition and overall health
• Psychological adjustment and emotional well-being
• Family education and caregiver support
• Preparation for discharge and life beyond rehabilitation

Rehabilitation Is a Team Effort

Patients benefit from an integrated multidisciplinary team that may include medical practitioners, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, psychologists and social workers. Working collaboratively with the patient and their family, the team develops an individualised approach that supports both recovery and long-term quality of life.

Supporting Recovery Beyond Rehabilitation

Every spinal cord injury is different, and so is every person’s journey. With the right support, specialised rehabilitation can help individuals build confidence, maximise their independence, and work towards meaningful participation at home and in the community.

For enquiries or referrals, please contact Dorothy Niemann, Case Manager.

Dorothy.Niemann@intercare.co.za