Michael's Success Story
From Kindred Hospital San Antonio
Michael, an active Air Force personnel, experienced acute respiratory failure, leading to his dependence on a ventilator prior to his admission to Kindred Hospital San Antonio. Upon arrival, Michael found himself in the skilled hands of an interdisciplinary team who meticulously crafted a care plan tailored to his unique medical needs. The primary objective: to liberate him from the ventilator and embark on an intensive rehabilitation journey encompassing physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Throughout his stay, Michael relied on the care team for every aspect of daily living along with support of his family. Refusing to submit, Michael committed himself to the demanding care plan outlined for his recovery. Collaborating closely with his respiratory therapist, Michael embarked on a journey of innovative breathing techniques aimed at enhancing his lung function. Through unwavering dedication and perseverance, Michael achieved a monumental breakthrough, breaking free from the confines of the ventilator and once again breathing unassisted, a pivotal moment that reignited his determination to reclaim his independence.
With newfound hope, Michael threw himself into the rigorous rehabilitation program, initially exercising from his bed to rebuild his muscle strength. As days turned into weeks, Michael's progress became evident as he transitioned from bed to chair and eventually to a standing walker. Simple tasks that were once a challenge, such as brushing his teeth and combing his hair, became milestones of achievement as Michael overcame the initial weakness that accompanied his prolonged bed rest.
Under the guidance of his dedicated care team, Michael made remarkable strides in his activities of daily living, gradually regaining the ability to ambulate with assistance and reintroducing solid foods into his diet. As his four-week journey at Kindred Hospital San Antonio came to a close, Michael had surpassed every goal outlined in his care plan. Despite the need for ongoing therapy, Michael emerged victorious, discharged to a lower level of care to continue his rehabilitation journey.
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.