Located on the hospital’s second floor, SARH’s 20‑bed inpatient rehabilitation unit offers a focused environment designed to help patients regain independence following acute injury, illness, surgery, stroke, or neurological events. The facility includes two fully equipped rehab gyms and a simulated home environment to practice everyday activities under guided supervision.
A Day in the Life: Structured and Supportive
- Therapy schedule: Patients engage in at least three hours of therapy, five days a week, combining physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as needed, tailored to individual goals.
- Breaks and meals: Therapy is balanced with rest periods, meals, and downtime to prevent fatigue while maintaining consistent progress.
- Ongoing medical oversight: Each patient is assessed by a rehab-trained physician at least three times per week, exceeding Medicare minimums.
- 24/7 nursing support: Patients benefit from nursing care around the clock, ensuring safety and medical attention at all hours.
The Rehab Team: Interdisciplinary and Patient‑Centered
From admission to discharge, patients receive support from a cohesive team, including:
- Medical Director, Dr. Greg Smart, and rehab-trained physicians
- Physical therapists helping rebuild strength, balance, flexibility, and endurance
- Occupational therapists teaching skills for daily tasks like dressing, cooking, and bathing
- Speech therapists specializing in communication and swallowing challenges
- Dietary and nutritional specialists ensuring proper nourishment supports healing
- Dedicated discharge planners and case managers working with you and your family to plan a smooth return home or transition to outpatient services
Who Stays Here—and Why It Matters
SARH’s inpatient rehab program is ideal for individuals recovering from:
- Stroke or neurological disorders
- Hip fractures or joint replacements
- Brain injuries, trauma, amputations
- Generalized weakness following acute illness or surgery
Being a hospital‑based rehab unit, patients benefit from immediate access to imaging, laboratory services, pain management, and emergency care if needed—helping reduce complications and speed recovery.
Why Inpatient Rehab Works
- Intensive therapy promotes quicker improvement versus outpatient models.
- Continuous monitoring reduces risks like infections or falls.
- The structured therapeutic environment—free from home distractions—keeps patients focused.
- Consistent care across disciplines fosters seamless teamwork and personal accountability.
The Journey from Admission to Discharge
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- Pre‑admission: Patients are often referred from acute medical care or emergency services.
- Admission: A rehab-specific plan is developed with your interdisciplinary team.
- Therapy and recovery: Daily therapy sessions, interdisciplinary medical oversight, and rest interspersed throughout the day.
- Discharge planning: Tailored transition plans—whether to return home with home‐based therapy, outpatient services, or continued support—are developed well before the final day of rehab.
At South Arkansas Regional Hospital, inpatient rehab means more than just therapy. It’s:
- A hospital-based, 20‑bed unit focused entirely on recovery
- Minimum 3 hours of daily therapy, 5 days a week
- Supervision by rehab physicians and 24/7 nurses
- A personalized, interdisciplinary treatment team
- A focus on transition planning, ensuring a safe and supported return to everyday life
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, stroke, or trauma, SARH delivers a comprehensive, compassionate rehab experience—close to home—for patients in South Arkansas and surrounding regions.