Regain strength and condition following illness or surgery on a personalised reconditioning day program
Different circumstances and medical illnesses can result in what’s known as “deconditioning”, or a decline in physical independence. Staying physically active can help improve and maintain independence, and enhance your quality of life.
Our reconditioning day program is designed to strengthen muscles, maintain balance and improve overall physical function to improve your ability to return independently to your normal activities of daily living.
Who the reconditioning program is for
Our day reconditioning program – which is offered on a sessional basis on set days and times a week – is suitable for individuals:
- who are recovering from an acute medical illness or surgery
- have had an exacerbation of a chronic illness
- experiencing an acute exacerbation of inflammatory arthritis with concurrent disability
Enquire about our reconditioning day program
Talk to your treating doctor about a referral to Matilda Nepean for our reconditioning day program, or contact us directly for more information. Rehabilitation day programs will be commencing in February 2023.
Access rehabilitation services as a day patient or an inpatient
Depending on an individual’s needs, rehabilitation programs can be accessed as an inpatient (where you stay at the hospital) or as a day patient. You can find out more about our in-hospital rehabilitation programs here.
Our wellness program enables you to continue your exercise program
Frequently Asked Questions
What does day rehabilitation involve?
Do I need a referral to access a rehabilitation program?
How do I dress and what do I bring to a rehabilitation session?
- comfortable clothes for exercise
- suitable covered footwear
- water bottle
- towel and swimming costume for hydrotherapy
What are the fees and charges for day rehabilitation?
Our team will be able to assist and advise what payments will be made by your health fund, and if there are any out-of-pocket expenses. For example, some health funds charge an excess or co-payment if you have not had any other hospital admissions in the current year.
Other options for payment include self-funding, Department Veterans’ Affairs, Comprehensive Third Party and Work Cover.