When the doctor prescribes physical rehabilitation
When taking part in physical rehabilitation, one can improve the odds of a good outcome by following several strategies. Setting goals helps staff members learn what the person wants out of rehab. Communicating openly with the team is helpful, in case an aspect of rehab isn’t working well. Attending all appointments will keep momentum going, and will help a person progress toward rehab goals. Also important is continuing with assigned exercises or lifestyle changes in between appointments, and then maintaining an exercise regime or lifestyle change after rehab ends.
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