After an illness, injury or surgery, your doctor might recommend rehabilitation and physical therapy services to address any loss in strength, mobility or communication. Working together, your primary care doctor, specialists and therapists help you overcome limitations, so you can get back to living life to its fullest.

Different ways Mercy can help you get back on your feet after an illness or surgery include:

• Physical therapy to build muscle strength, enhance the range of motion, improve mobility, balance and coordination.
• Occupational therapy to regain and develop skills for independent living, such as preparing meals, doing laundry, driving or completing work-related tasks.
• Speech therapy for patients who are having difficulty communicating due to speech, language, memory or cognition problems, as well as for patients who have difficulty eating or swallowing.