Rehabilitation Hospital of Columbus

04/16/2026

Recovery after a stroke looks different for everyone, but movement can be a powerful part of the journey. Regular exercise after a stroke offers many benefits, including improved mobility and better balance to perform daily tasks.

With the right support, staying active can help rebuild strength, boost confidence and support recovery both physically and emotionally. Activity does not have to be intense to be effective; even small steps can improve mobility.

Explore safe, effective ways to stay active after a stroke, and learn how movement can support your independence.

After recovering from a stroke, exercise plays a vital role in continued function and independence. Learn more about the benefits and types of exercises that help most.

04/09/2026

Join us for our next Continuing Education Lecture Series. In this free CEU, you will learn about lung diseases and their causes, as well as how they can be managed and treated in the hospital setting.

Topic: Living with Lung Disease
Dates/times: Wednesday, April 15 – Noon and 6 p.m. CT;
Wednesday, April 22 – 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Speaker: Sally Rodriguez, BHA, BSN, CRRN
Nurse Manager, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital Vision Park

Register: https://ehc.rehab/apr2026ceu

One hour CE credit available for PT, OT, LVN, RN, CCM, SW, SLP

04/02/2026

After limb loss, everyday movement can feel different, and finding a path forward often takes time. As you adjust to life with a prosthetic limb, daily activities may require new approaches, along with patience and support.

Prosthetic therapy helps you safely relearn movement using your prosthetic, with a focus on balance, strength and functional mobility for everyday life.

Discover how prosthetic therapy can support your recovery, build confidence and help you make meaningful progress after limb loss.
Learn more: https://ehc.rehab/4sQMNLf

Prosthetic therapy after limb loss can help you adapt to your new limb. In the inpatient rehab setting you'll receive both PT and OT.

04/01/2026

April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month! We are proud to provide quality care to patients recovering from life-changing medical events, accidents or injuries return to the things they love.

03/26/2026

For many people living with Parkinson’s disease, daily challenges go beyond tremors or stiffness. Their voice may become softer or harder to hear, making even simple conversations feel exhausting.

Voice changes related to Parkinson’s disease are common, but they can be managed and, in some cases, reversed.

Learn how speech therapy can help improve communications for those living with Parkinson's.

Parkinson's voice is often one of the first signs of Parkinson's disease. Learn how this low, mumbling voice can be treated with speech therapy.

03/12/2026

Regular exercise provides long-term benefits for everyone, especially for individuals living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Daily physical activity supports mobility, helps reduce fatigue and can make everyday tasks feel more manageable.

Ready to get moving? Even small, consistent movements such as stretching, walking or low-impact aerobic exercise can be tailored to meet your specific needs, making them a safe and effective part of your daily routine.

Learn how exercise can help you regain strength and independence while living with MS.

Multieple Sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system. Learn how exercise for MS can help manage the condition and improve symptoms.

03/05/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to recognize the challenges many individuals with brain injury face.

After a brain injury, it’s common to experience difficulties with speaking, reasoning and memory. These changes can make everyday tasks feel harder — not just for the person recovering, but also for their caregivers. That’s where speech-language pathologists come in.

Learn how speech therapy can help you or your loved one regain essential communication skills and independence after a brain injury in inpatient rehabilitation.

Speech therapists play a vital role in the recovery of a loved one who suffers from a TBI. Learn memory exercises, techniques, and guidance for caregivers from trusted SLPs at Encompass Health.

03/03/2026

Join us for our next Continuing Education Lecture Series. In this free CEU, Daniel Marrufo, therapy team lead at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland, will discuss the link between caregiver stress and hospital readmissions. Learn how to assess caregiver stress levels plus get strategies to help them manage their stress and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

Topic: Caregiver Stress on Hospital Readmissions: An Essential Factor for Positive Outcomes
Dates/Times:
Wednesday, March 11 – Noon and 6 p.m. CT
Wednesday, March 18 – 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Speaker: Daniel Marrufo, MS, CCC-SLP, MBA
Therapy Team Lead, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland

One hour CE credit available for PT, OT, LVN, RN, CCM, SW, SLP

Register now: https://ehc.rehab/mar2026ceu

03/02/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! We are proud to help those recovering from brain injuries get back to the activities that matter most to them.

02/27/2026

We are proud to be part of Encompass Health's national network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. The Company has been named to two prestigious lists: Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies and Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Companies.

These recognitions reflect the dedication of our exceptional clinicians and teams who show up every day to help patients recover from life‑changing illnesses and injuries. Their unwavering commitment to compassionate, high‑quality care is what truly sets us apart.

02/26/2026

Coping with a life-changing diagnosis is never easy. It can bring overwhelming feelings of grief, shame, anger or even depression. With the right support, though, it is possible to manage these emotions and continue living a meaningful life.

Learning to build healthy coping strategies and knowing when to ask for help can empower you to move forward with confidence.

Experiencing a life-changing diagnosis can impact your well-being. Explore holistic strategies for coping, recovering, and finding hope through post-acute care.

02/12/2026

This week is Heart Failure Awareness Week. During this time, we are reminded of how many are touched by this condition every day. Understanding the different types of heart failure and how they affect the people we care about helps us to offer more empathy and support.

At Encompass Health, we’re committed to educating patients and their families by providing the resources they need to manage heart health with confidence.

Lifestyle changes and following a medication routine can go a long way in heart failure self management.