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LVHN Expands to Lead the Region in Advanced Neurologic Rehabilitation Services

Helping more people recover from neurologic disorders and brain or spine injuries

Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Neurologic Rehabilitation–1503 N. Cedar Crest has doubled in size and expanded to include new and upgraded advanced technology. This expansion meets the growing demand for best-in-region specialized neurological rehabilitation care in our community. Neurologic rehabilitation helps people regain cognitive abilities, motor control, strength, balance and mobility after suffering from neurologic disorders or injury to their brain or spine.

“This isn’t just an expansion – it’s a statement about our commitment to leading the region in neurological recovery.” - Dan Sawyer, Director – Rehabilitation, Outpatient Rehabilitation Division

This state-of-the-art facility provides physical, occupational and speech therapy. A few of the advanced features of the new high-tech equipment include virtual reality, mixed reality, assistive robotic devices and interactive and immersive experiences. These advanced features help target and measure progress, optimize treatments and give patients the best possible results.

“With more expert clinicians and state-of-the-art neurorehabilitation technology, including the Virtualis virtual reality system, the Vector body-weight support track and Bioness neuromodulation tools, just to name a few, patients have access to advanced, evidence-based interventions that support faster and more functional recovery,” says Dan Sawyer, Director – Rehabilitation, Outpatient Rehabilitation Division.

The facility also supports programs like a driving simulator, a wheelchair clinic and the SPEAK OUT!® Therapy Program, developed by Parkinson Voice Project."

“This opening marks a major milestone in the vision for expanding access to expert level neurorehabilitation care right here in our community,” Sawyer says. “This isn’t just an expansion – it’s a statement about our commitment to leading the region in neurological recovery.”

Advanced rehabilitation technologies

C-Mill Treadmill Combines virtual and augmented reality to create immersive environments for gait and balance training, improving walking patterns, balance and reaction speeds.

Woodway and Lokostation A safe, harness-based treadmill system that supports precise gait training, using a split belt to help develop proper walking mechanics and endurance.

Virtualis Leading-edge virtual reality therapy that addresses balance, vestibular issues and cognitive rehabilitation through interactive virtual environments.

Neofect Smart Glove and Smart Board technology Uses a virtual reality environment to improve arm and hand function.

EksoNR exoskeleton Allows gait practice optimization for people limited by spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury and multiple sclerosis.

Bioness Integrated Therapy System Interactive touchscreen rehabilitation system that promotes coordination, cognitive skills, strength and motor control.

Vector Body Weight Support System Harness-based system for safe and effective gait and balance training, providing a reduced fear of falling.

ArmeoSpring Robotic Arm SystemAssistive robotic device for upper limb rehabilitation, aiding in regaining arm and hand movements through task-specific exercises.

VTS-4 with HoloLens Mixed-reality tool using HoloLens to stimulate neuroplasticity, enhance cognitive abilities and support motor rehabilitation through immersive, interactive experiences.

X-Cite Electrical Stimulation Functional electrical stimulation device designed to activate specific muscle groups, enhance neuromuscular recovery, improve gait mechanics and restore independence.

Community reintegration programs

Driving simulator A fully equipped simulator to help patients regain driving skills, reaction time and decision-making abilities.

Wheelchair clinic A clinic offering personalized fittings, custom adjustments, seating assessments and training programs for optimal mobility and comfort.

Clinical trials Clinical trials for Vivistim and high-intensity gait training after a stroke.

SPEAK OUT! Therapy Program - helps people with Parkinson’s and related disorders REGAIN and RETAIN their speech and swallowing.

Conditions treated include:

  • Stroke
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Vestibular disorders
  • Traumatic brain injury, including concussion
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuromuscular disorders
  • Lower extremity limb loss
  • And many others

 

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