Hamilton Health Sciences - Regional Rehabilitation Centre (RRC) - Comprehensive Spasticity Management Program (Maintenance)

Application

Medical referral required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adults 18 years and older with a diagnosis or condition that often results in spasticity, such as spinal cord injury, stroke, acquired brain injury, cerebral palsy, or Multiple Sclerosis

Fees

Set fees * publicly-funded services available to those who are eligible * funding may be available through private insurance

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Hamilton and area

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Assessments, consultations, and treatments for people with spasticity * focus is on maintaining and/or improving functional performance in mobility or improved access for hygiene for the patient and/or caregiver * services include:

assessment of braces, splints, and mobility equipment
management of contracture
oral and injectable anti-spasticity medication

Services provided by a physiatrist, nurse, occupational therapists, physiotherapist, and orthotics specialist

Maintenance level of rehabilitative care for patients working to prevent functional decline/injury or maintain functional performance

Comprehensive Spasticity Management Program (Maintenance)