It can be daunting to begin putting the pieces back together after a life-changing event. It takes patience, time and effort to rebuild strength and increase mobility after a surgery, stroke or injury. The medical professionals at Brookwood Baptist Health create a personalized program aimed to give patients pain-free movement, improved independence and maximum function through personalized plans, for all ages and diagnoses.

Common diagnosis prescribed in Physical Therapy includes:

• sprains & strains
• arthritis, bursitis & tendonitis
• back/neck problems
• sports-related injuries
• joint surgeries and replacements
• foot & ankle problems
• hand and elbow problems including those requiring splints
• weakness from conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart/lung disease, osteoporosis and cancer
• difficulty walking
• balance issues
• neurological problems which include but are not limited to stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis & Parkinson’s disease
• fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndromes
• amputations
• lymphedema (Princeton only)

We have an elite staff of physical therapists with specialties including:

• Certified Manual Therapy
• Certified Lymphedema Therapy
• Functional Dry Needling
• Functional Capacity Evaluation and Impairment Rating Assessment
• Aquatic Therapy (Pelham only)
• Yoga Therapy (Pelham only)

LOCATIONS

Citizens Baptist Medical Center
604 Stone Avenue
Talladega, AL 35160
P: 256.761.4492
F: 256.761.4027

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Avenue SW
POB 111, Ste. 108
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.3916
F: 205.783.7255

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
1000 1st Street North, Suite 250
Alabaster, AL 35007
P: 205.620.8887
F: 205.620.8684

Shelby Baptist YMCA Clinic – Pelham
2610 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
P: 205.621.2656
F: 205.621.2658

Walker Baptist Medical Center
3400 Hwy 78
Jasper, AL 35501
P: 205.387.4601
F: 205.387.4658

The speech therapists at Brookwood Baptist Health help patients of all ages recovering from stroke, brain injury or muscular disorders. Whether the goal is to improve speech quality, re-educate vocal muscles or control a swallowing disorder, licensed therapists guide patients through a personalized recovery experience.

LOCATIONS
Four convenient locations in central Alabama to serve you.

Citizens Baptist Medical Center
604 Stone Avenue
Talladega, AL 35160
P: 256.761.4492
F: 256.761.4027

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Avenue SW
POB 111, Ste. 108
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.3916
F: 205.783.7255

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
1000 1st Street North, Suite 250
Alabaster, AL 35007
P: 205.620.8887
F: 205.620.8684

Walker Baptist Medical Center
3400 Hwy 78
Jasper, AL 35501
P: 205.387.4601
F: 205.387.4658

Occupational therapy aims to restore patients to daily living activities after an accident, illness or surgery. Brookwood Baptist Health’s occupational therapy programs are designed with the patient in mind, and include customized therapy plans which may include manual treatment, exercise, self-care, physical activities, feeding, grooming, toileting, homemaking skills, perceptual and coordination training, hand splinting, and adaptive equipment training.

Occupational therapy services can treat numerous dysfunctions including:

• Hand – splits for traumatic hand injuries, preventative splitting for arthritis, functional splinting for paralysis, arthritis, back surgery/hip replacement self-care.
• Stroke/Head/Spinal Cord Injury – ADL training with compensatory techniques and adaptive equipment , as well as evaluation of home access needs and neuro re-education for functional muscle return
• Burn care and scar management for the hand and extremities

LOCATIONS
Available at three convenient locations.

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Avenue SW
POB 111, Ste. 108
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.3916
F: 205.783.7255

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
1000 1st Street North, Suite 250
Alabaster, AL 35007
P: 205.620.8887
F: 205.620.8684

Walker Baptist Medical Center
3400 Hwy 78
Jasper, AL 35501
P: 205.387.4601
F: 205.387.4658

Designed to help individuals with lung disease live healthier, more productive lives, the pulmonary rehabilitation program at Brookwood Baptist Health helps patients to tolerate increased activity while controlling shortness of breath. An exercise program is specifically design to meet each patient’s individual needs and will be implemented by members of your medical team which could include a pulmonary nurse specialist, physical therapist, a respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, dietician, social worker and/or chaplain. In addition, patients also receive education in lung disease manager, emotional and social support through contact with fellow patients and organized support group activities.

DIAGNOSES THAT QUALIFY

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Asthma
• Pulmonary Fibrosis
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Lung Surgery

BENEFITS
Active participation in the exercise program and the education process can determine how beneficial the rehabilitation program will be. Benefits can include:

• Control of breathing
• More energy with increased strength and endurance
• Increased daily activities at home and in the community
• Better understanding of the disease process and self-management
• Reduced anxiety and improved self-reliance
• Reduced need for hospitalization and emergency visits

PARTICIPATION AND COST
A physician’s referral is required to enter the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program of Brookwood Baptist Health. The patient’s progress is followed by the referring physician, who is responsible for the patient’s plan of care. Most of the cost is covered by major health insurance companies, including Medicare.

LOCATIONS:

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Ave SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.7460
F: 205.783.7697

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
1000 First St. N.
Alabaster, AL 35007
P: 205.620.8890
F: 205.620.8837

Affecting millions of Americans each year, lymphedema is a chronic condition where lymph fluid (swelling) builds up in parts of the body where vessels are damaged or distorted. While there are many different causes of lymphedema, it frequently occurs following cancer treatment where radiation therapy is used or when lymph nodes are removed. Fortunately, there is treatment! If lymphedema is left untreated or inadequately treated, it may lead to complications and/or loss of function.

The highly qualified and extensively trained therapists at Brookwood Baptist Health take a multi-faceted approach to treat this condition and help prevent functional impairments.

FAQS
Is there a cure for lymphedema?

Though there is no cure, lymphedema can be managed with proper treatment and care. The safest and most effective treatment is Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT).

What does a lymphedema treatment program look like at BBH?
Our certified lymphedema physical therapists perform evaluations and set individualized treatment programs for each patient. The program consists of four components of CDT including:

• Manual Lymph Drainage – a gentle manual technique to move the fluid out of the affected area
• Exercise – helping to stimulate the lymphatic system and get fluid moving again
• Compression – decreasing the excess fluid and helping to soften the tissue.
• Skin Care – meticulous skin and nail care for the affected limb to keep skin healthy and protect against infections.

What are the specific benefits of undergoing Complete Decongestive Therapy?

• Decreased swelling
• Softened hard tissue
• Reduced pain/discomfort
• Prevention of infection
• Improved circulation
• Decreased open wound drainage
• Increased functional independence
• Improved physical appearance
• Independence in self-maintenance
• Improved self-esteem and body image

What can happen if lymphedema is not treated?
If left untreated, this condition can cause a variety of health concerns including:

• Cosmetic Deformity
• Pain/Discomfort
• Hardening of Skin and Tissue
• Joint Stiffness
• Difficulty carrying out daily activities
• Infection and Open Wounds
• Amputation
• Multiple Hospitalizations
• General Depression

LOCATIONS:
Contact one of our two locations to learn more.

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Avenue SW
POB 111, Ste. 108
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.3916
F: 205.783.7255

Walker Baptist Medical Center
3400 Highway 78 East
Jasper, AL 35501
P: 205.387.4061
F: 205.387.4658

Cardiac events, like heart attacks and open-heart surgery, can be frightening. Knowing how to continue in the recovery process and where to start with an exercise program can be confusing. We can offer help through our outpatient cardiac rehabilitation program.

Designed to provide progressive exercise aimed at improving the work and function of the heart, our cardiac rehabilitation program offers a plan specifically designed to meet each patient’s individual needs within safe limits. Members of your team can include a cardiac rehab nurse specialist, dietitian, physical therapist, social worker, pharmacist and chaplain who will work together to promote cardiovascular fitness, risk factor modification and psychological adjustment. In addition, patients receive emotional and social support through contact with fellow patients and organized support group activities.

DIAGNOSES THAT QUALIFY

• Cardiac Surgery (bypass or valve)
• Heart Attack
• Angioplasty (PTCA)
• Stents
• CHF
• Stable Angina

BENEFITS
Active participation in the exercise program and the education process can determine how beneficial the rehabilitation program will be. Benefits can include:

• Increased energy, strength and endurance
• Increased daily activities at home and in the community
• A better understanding of coronary artery disease
• Promotion of risk factor management
• Reduced anxiety and improved self-reliance
• Reduced need for hospitalization and emergency visits

PARTICIPATION AND COST
A physician’s referral is required to enter the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program of Brookwood Baptist Health. The patient’s progress is followed by the referring physician, who is responsible for the patient’s plan of care. Most of the cost is covered by major health insurance companies, including Medicare.

LOCATIONS:
For more information on Brookwood Baptist Health’s cardiac rehabilitation services, contact one of our two locations:

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Ave. SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.7460
F: 205.783.7697

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
1000 First St. N.
Alabaster, AL 35007
P:205.620.8890
F:205.620.8837

Our industrial rehabilitation program at Brookwood Baptist Health helps treat and prevent work-related injuries that are specifically designed to the trade’s demands. With seven convenient areas in the Birmingham Metro area, injured workers can choose the most convenient option for treatment.

The medical professionals of our industrial rehabilitation team specialize in full, advanced rehabilitation services related to physical, occupational and speech therapy. Our therapists work to develop individual goals and treatment programs to suit the needs of each injured worker to restore them to a more active, normal lifestyle. Services include:

• Pain and disorders related to neck, back, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot
• Gait and balance training for neurologic issues including strokes
• Customize splinting and bracing to help improve comfort and compliance especially for hand post-op cases.
• Lymphedema treatments with massage, wrapping, garments and education
• Headaches and TMJ disorders
• Cervical and lumbar traction/decompression/manual therapy
• Language, cognition, memory, dysphagia Vital Stim and other speech issues

PROTOCOLS for Injured Workers

Initial Consult

• Fax or call in your referrals, mention Worker’s Comp and an evaluation appointment will be made within 24 hours
• Completed musculoskeletal evaluation competed by license physical/occupational/speech therapist
• Facilitate recovery and save worker’s compensation dollars
• Education materials provided to injured workers to do home exercises on first visit to facilitate recovery
• Goals and treatment plan reviewed with injured worker prior to dismal from appointment with focus on return to work in goal section
• Information faxed to the referring physician, adjuster and case manager

Follow-up Appointments

• Appointments may be set up before or after work or doing lunch hours
• 1 week up to 4 week block scheduling is available to ease burden on job/supervisor
• Appointment cards provided to injured worker – may fax to adjuster or case manager if needed
• Will facilitate transportation appointments if needed

Communication

• Primarily information will be faxed, but will call or email information as needed
• Update faxed to physician, adjuster and case manager
• Weekly updates sent via fax to physician, adjuster and case manager if needed
• Case manager/adjuster will be notified via fax of missed appointments

Discharge Planning

• Plans for discharge are discussed at first visit with the injured worker and expectations will be established
• An malingering or exaggeration of symptoms are documented and parties notified
• Return to work screens are provided before patient returns to physician for follow-up appointment

Case Closure

• Functional capacity evaluations (Shelby & Princeton only)
• Impairment ratings (Shelby only)
• Jobsite analysis available (Shelby & Princeton only)
• Discharge faxed to physician/adjuster and case manager at discharge with number of visits and compliance information attached.
• Will assess for return to work if employer deems particular jobs have a high injury rate/worker’s compensation dollars expended

LOCATIONS Available in five convenient locations:

Citizens Baptist Medical Center
604 Stone Avenue
Talladega, AL 35160
P: 256.761.4492
F: 256.761.4027

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
701 Princeton Avenue SW
POB 111, Ste. 108
Birmingham, AL 35211
P: 205.783.3916
F: 205.783.7255

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
1000 1st Street North, Suite 250
Alabaster, AL 35007
P: 205.620.8887
F: 205.620.8684

Shelby Baptist YMCA Clinic – Pelham
2610 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
P: 205.621.2656
F: 205.621.2658

Walker Baptist Medical Center
3400 Hwy 78
Jasper, AL 35501
P: 205.387.4601
F: 205.387.4658

Brookwood Baptist Health is reinventing the way employers support and encourage employees to take better care of themselves. It’s a physician-led program, leveraging the science of real behavior change and creating convenient access to increase the likelihood that people get the care they need when they need it. Be Well delivers unique programs and advanced technologies that allow for more personal service. This preventative approach helps you manage healthcare costs, increase productivity, and encourage the overall well-being of your valuable workforce.