rehabiliteringssenter

A rehabiliteringssenter, or rehabilitation center, is a health care facility that provides structured rehabilitation aimed at helping people recover or improve function after illness, injury, or disabling conditions. The goal is to restore independence, enhance participation in daily life, and support return to work, school, or community activities. Rehabiliteringssentre may operate as inpatient, outpatient, day-hospital, or residential programs.

Rehabilitation at these centers is typically multidisciplinary. Teams may include physicians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, neuropsychologists, nurses, social workers, and rehabilitation counselors. Programs are usually individualized, based on a comprehensive assessment, and focus on physical, cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of functioning. Common components include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, pain management, assistive device training, and vocational or educational support. Emphasis is placed on goal setting, activity adaptation, and strategies for home and community life.

The centers serve a range of conditions and populations, such as people recovering from stroke, orthopedic injuries, spinal cord or brain injuries, neurological diseases, chronic illnesses, pediatric development issues, and severe or complex disabilities. They often facilitate a transition from hospital to home through follow-up care and community-based services, coordinating with primary care and other health or social services.

Organization and funding vary by country and region. Rehabiliteringssentre may be part of public health systems, run by municipalities, hospitals, or private providers, and are typically guided by quality standards and accreditation to ensure continuity and safety of care.