Rehab

Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute - Little Rock

Stroke Rehabilitation

The Stroke Program at Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute (BHRI) is designed for individuals who have experienced a Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA), also known as a "brain attack" or stroke. Those who have suffered a stroke may experience loss of movement (generally on one side of the body), impaired speech, difficulty swallowing, confusion, memory loss and decreased emotional control.

While each stroke patient will receive rehabilitation services specific to their individual needs, the following are among the special programs offered at BHRI:

Speech, Language and Cognitive Training Mobility Training Self-Care Training Peer Support: Outpatient

Family Stroke Education Group Specialized Feeding and Swallowing Program Driver Rehabilitation Outpatient Therapy

Panoramic View of Rehabilitation Gym

Since the trauma of a stroke can cross the entire spectrum of medical, physical, cognitive, emotional and psychological problems, BHRI is staffed with a team of caring professionals specially trained in the treatment of stroke patients. This team includes:

Patients may be referred to BHRI by a physician, family member, friend or self-referral. A screening examination may be conducted prior to admission. The cost of treatment is covered as any hospitalization by Medicare, Medicaid, Workers' Compensation and private insurance carriers. For additional information on how to begin the admission process, or to schedule a tour, please call 501-202-7011 or 1-888-B-A-P-T-I-S-T.