David's Success Story
From Kindred Hospital Clear Lake
David, a retired man who loves spending his time with his daughter, suddenly experienced difficulties breathing and was rushed to a local hospital in Houston. He was diagnosed with acute respiratory failure due to COPD, which required him to be placed on a ventilator to support his breathing. After spending several weeks at the hospital, a medical decision was made to transfer David to Kindred Hospital Clear Lake for extended medical care. The care team at the local hospital chose Kindred Hospital Clear Lake for their expertise in ventilator weaning and comprehensive rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
Before David's admission, the interdisciplinary team at Kindred Hospital Clear Lake thoroughly reviewed his condition and developed a personalized care plan tailored to his specific needs. The primary focus of the plan was on ventilator weaning and a comprehensive rehabilitation program to help David regain his independence. Upon his arrival, David was swiftly admitted to the ICU, where the care team immediately sprang into action. Despite the challenges he faced, David remained hopeful and determined, with his primary goal being to return home to his daughter.
David worked closely with his pulmonologist and respiratory therapy team, utilizing specialized breathing techniques designed to strengthen his lung function and improve his respiratory capabilities. Within a matter of weeks, David successfully weaned off the ventilator, breathing independently once again. With the ventilator removed, David's focus shifted to physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Having spent a considerable amount of time bedridden, David was initially weak, but he never gave up hope. He quickly applied himself to the rigorous rehabilitation program, determined to regain his strength and mobility.
David’s physical therapy sessions were designed to help him rebuild his muscular strength and endurance. The therapists worked with him on exercises that targeted his lower and upper body, improving his balance, coordination, and mobility. David gradually progressed from assisted exercises to more independent activities, including walking short distances and performing daily tasks with increasing ease. His occupational therapy team focused on helping David regain his ability to perform everyday activities, such as dressing, grooming, and using utensils. They also provided strategies and adaptive techniques to help him overcome any limitations caused by his prolonged illness, ensuring he could return to his normal routine at home. David was discharged from Kindred to a lower-level care facility where he continues his rehabilitation, and we wish him all the success in his recovery.
Care for Complex Conditions
Patients come to our hospitals with serious conditions such as respiratory failure, complex wounds, sepsis, stroke, congestive heart failure, or even a combination of these. Their diagnoses are often complicated by existing health problems like diabetes or COPD. Many of our patients require treatments such as mechanical ventilators, dialysis, or IV therapy.