Rehabilitation Nurses are integral to the continuum of care in physical medicine and rehabilitation, providing hands-on, holistic support that bridges acute recovery and long-term functional independence. These nurses possess specialized knowledge in managing patients with chronic conditions, injuries, or disabilities, helping them adapt physically and emotionally to new life circumstances. They play a key role in monitoring medical stability, promoting wound healing, managing pain, and preventing secondary complications such as pressure ulcers, infections, and contractures.
In addition to clinical care, rehabilitation nurses are educators, advocates, and coordinators. They instruct patients and caregivers on self-care techniques, medication management, bowel and bladder routines, and the safe use of assistive devices. Their presence at the bedside and throughout the rehabilitation process ensures continuity and consistency in care, reinforcing therapeutic exercises and offering emotional reassurance. Working closely with the broader rehab team, Rehabilitation Nurses assess patient progress, adjust care strategies, and address psychosocial challenges to enhance quality of life. Their commitment ensures that recovery is not just medically effective but also compassionate, personalized, and sustainable.
Title : Disorders of diminished motivation: Diagnosis, assessment treatment, and emerging treatment options: A rehabilitation perspective
Vaidya Balasubramaniam, Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District Hospitals, Australia
Title : Best practice guidelines for the use of pharmacological neuromodulation in disorders of diminished motivation: A comprehensive approach
Vaidya Balasubramaniam, Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District Hospitals, Australia
Title : Chronic Fatigue Syndrome(CFS) and Myalgia Encephalomyelitis (ME): A literature review on management principles and emerging therapies
Vaidya Balasubramaniam, Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District Hospitals, Australia
Title : Orthopaedic manual therapy for TemporoMandibular Disorders (TMD): Integrating osteopathic techniques with physiotherapy
Srdjan Andjelkov, Manual Physical Therapy, Serbia