A spinal cord injury changes life in profound ways, but it does not define what is possible. With specialised, goal-focused rehabilitation, many patients regain function, rebuild independence and adapt to life with renewed confidence. Intercare Newlands Physical Rehabilitation Hospital is now admitting patients with spinal cord injury (SCI), offering dedicated neurological rehabilitation close to home.
Specialised neurological rehabilitation
Life after a spinal cord injury brings new challenges, and the right rehabilitation helps patients move from possibility to ability. At Intercare Newlands Physical Rehabilitation Hospital, specialised neurological rehabilitation supports patients to regain independence and adapt with confidence, guided by an interdisciplinary team that truly understands the journey. Care is built around each patient's own goals, not a one-size-fits-all programme.
A team that understands the journey
Recovery after a spinal cord injury is rarely a straight line, and it is never travelled alone. At Intercare Physical Rehabilitation Hospitals, recovery is guided by a full inter-disciplinary team, from doctors and nurses to physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, dietitians and social workers, all working towards each patient's personal goals. Families are kept close and informed every step of the way, because rehabilitation is a journey for the whole family.
• Specialised neurological rehabilitation for spinal cord injury
• Goal-focused care designed around each individual
• A full inter-disciplinary team supporting every aspect of recovery
• Families kept informed and involved throughout
Focused on independence
The aim of spinal cord injury rehabilitation is to help each patient regain as much independence and function as possible, and to build the skills and confidence to navigate daily life. That might mean relearning movement, adapting to new ways of doing everyday tasks, managing health proactively, and finding emotional and practical support for the road ahead. Every gain, large or small, is a step from possibility to ability.
How specialists can refer
Intercare Newlands welcomes referrals for patients with spinal cord injury. Specialists may forward referral notes to our case manager, Dorianne Niemann, via WhatsApp on 064 641 1780 or by email at [email protected]. Our team will coordinate the clinical assessment, bed availability and medical scheme authorisation, keeping referring professionals updated throughout.
Intercare Physical Rehabilitation Hospitals are fully accredited and registered with the Department of Health. If you or a loved one is facing recovery after a spinal cord injury, specialised rehabilitation can make all the difference.
Learn more about Intercare Newlands Physical Rehabilitation Hospital: https://www.intercare.co.za/facilities/intercare-newlands?service=physical-rehabilitation-hospitals