Rehabilitation

The latest news and patient stories about rehabilitation from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Two strokes, exceptional care, life saved

Joseph Purcell was at Sharp Memorial Hospital when he experienced his second of two strokes within a few weeks.

Connecting with patients through shared experience

Art Bowie, a physical therapy aide at Sharp Grossmont Hospital, draws on his own hip replacement journey to inspire patients.

How to help prevent falls

Falls represent a major threat to the health and independence of older adults.

They Will Surf Again Event Through Life Rolls on Green Group

An ‘epic day in the ocean’

For more than 10 years, Sharp has sponsored They Will Surf Again, where adaptive surfing can ‘inspire infinite possibilities beyond any disability.’

Al Wubenhorst of San Diego at the Sharp Allison deRose Rehabilitation Center

Rehabilitation services at Sharp inspire local creator

Al attributes the services he receives at Sharp for inspiring him to interview people with disabilities and the medical team members who work with them.

Fran Kennedy and Brian Smith of San Diego at Half Dome in Yosemite

Keeping her husband’s adventurous spirit alive

Following a serious bike accident, The Sharp Allison deRose Rehabilitation Center helped Brian regain the ability to enjoy the outdoors.

Karen Matingou of San Diego with her family at the 2024 Walk MS: Carlsbad event

Defying MS, one mile at a time

Karen Matingou turned her MS diagnosis into a mission. Learn how she found strength in a combination of cycling and speech therapy at Sharp.

SGH Parkinsons Exercise Class Group Shot

Using energy and rhythm to ease symptoms of Parkinson’s

Sharp Grossmont offers group exercise classes tailored to help patients with Parkinson’s manage symptoms together.

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