Rehabilitation for maximum recovery close to home!

Rehabilitation is often needed following a medical condition or injury. Olean General Hospital offers a full suite of rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language pathology, total joint care classes, and a fall prevention program.

Olean General Hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient therapies. Our outpatient rehabilitation includes:

Physical Therapy, which can be used for the treatment of:

  • Arthritis
  • Back, neck, hip, shoulder and elbow pain/conditions
  • Knee, ankle, and foot pain/conditions
  • Sprains, strains, and fractures
  • Stroke and neurological conditions
  • Work-related injuries
  • Balance impairments
  • Pelvic Floor Therapy
  • Orthopedic injuries and dysfunction
  • Pre/post-operative surgical interventions
  • Upper and lower extremity rehabilitation
  • Sports injuries
  • Manual therapy
  • Prosthetic and pre-prosthetic training
  • Myofascial therapy

Occupational Therapy services include:

  • Design, fabrication and application of splints
  • Guidance in the selection and use of adaptive equipment
  • Activities that promote independence
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Hand therapy, carpal tunnel injuries
  • Neurological disorders or deficits
  • Upper extremity rehabilitation
  • Hand rehabilitation
  • Fine Motor Control
  • Cognitive and sensory re-education
  • Work related injuries

Speech-Language Pathology, which can be used for the treatment of:

  • Memory loss
  • Stroke or neurological disorders
  • Stuttering
  • Vocal cord polyps or nodules
  • Oral and/or facial weakness
  • Vocal dysfunction
  • Swallowing problems
  • Head and neck cancer
  • Motor speech/language
  • Cognitive communication

Sub-Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation

Olean General Hospital offers inpatient rehabilitation for patients who need specialized care following an acute hospital stay. This rehabilitation allows patients to make an easier transition home after a hospital stay.

Olean General Hospital’s sub-acute rehab unit offers:

  • Skilled nursing
  • Physical, Occupational, Speech, and Respiratory Therapy
  • Access to 24-hour diagnostic imaging
  • Laboratory services
  • Emergency room services
  • Diabetes education
  • Immediate Response Team
  • Wound care

To make an appointment for outpatient rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, or speech therapy, fill out the appointment request form below or call us at (716) 375-7485.