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Understanding the long-term effects of COVID-19
When a patient recovering from severe to critical COVID-19 arrives at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis (TRISL), Dr. Prateek Grover can expect certain things.…
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Coming back from COVID-19: Renaldo Wall’s story
Renaldo Wall has no idea how he got COVID-19 or why he had such a severe reaction to the virus. He does know that after…
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Did you have a stroke and not know it?
Carl was settled into his favorite recliner to watch a replay of the 2019 World Series. The COVID-19 pandemic placed him in front of his…
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What do the COVID-19 waivers on post-acute care admissions mean to your patients?
As COVID-19 cases continue to spike in some parts of the country, it’s clear we are not out of this pandemic just yet. Because of…
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Recovering from COVID: James and Ruth Ann Hairston’s story
A camping trip seemed like a safe way to get away during the pandemic to Ruth Ann and James Hairston. They could spend time with…
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Brian’s story: From patient to PT
Every time Brian Richman passes by patient room 222, he’s reminded of why he does what he does. Richman is a physical therapist at Encompass…
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Continuing our conversations about race: Gaining perspective from Company leaders
As social unrest continues to shed light on areas where the nation could improve, many Company leaders are taking extra time to listen to employees’…
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Support for those recovering from the mental effects of COVID-19
While there is much talk about the physical symptoms COVID-19 patients experience, the mental effects of COVID-19 are often overlooked. However, they are just as…
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Lynn Shaefer’s story: Coming back from COVID-19
Even though she appeared to be at low-risk of developing complications from COVID-19, Lynn Schaefer describes herself as “one of those people.” She wore a…
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Victor Short’s story: Standing tall after stroke
Stand tall—it’s a mantra Victor Short’s therapist repeatedly preached to him. However, it’s something he feared he would never do again after his stroke. At…