Moving from the acute care setting of a hospital to a long recovery journey at home can be challenging for many. Transitional care in a short-term inpatient rehab facility helps make this experience less stressful and more fruitful by supporting a patient in regaining strength and functions lost to surgery, injury, or illness as quickly as possible.
So, what is transition care, why is it important, what can you expect, and how do you choose the right transition care facility for your recovery journey? Here’s what you need to know to maximize the benefits.