What We Do
Craig Hospital’s Respiratory Care Department has been working with ventilator dependent patients during spinal cord injury rehabilitation for more than three decades. Our ventilator weaning program is extremely successful, with an excellent reputation for comfortably weaning patients off mechanical ventilation while they are undergoing rehabilitation.
For those who will live on ventilators for the rest of their lives, Craig Hospital has an extensive reintegration program for transitioning patients and families to a more independent life.
Ventilator dependent patients
Ventilator dependent patients with quadriplegia face a physically and psychologically challenging life after injury. They will have to redefine the way they live. However, a person can live on a ventilator and lead a healthy and content life.
Many patients will be able to eat while on a ventilator. At Craig Hospital, speech and respiratory work together to ensure a safe and functional swallow.
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Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
SCI treatment and rehabilitation at Craig focuses on aggressively working with patients physically and psychologically, so that in a short period of time patients can maximize their neurological recovery and general health.
Admissions
Learn more about Craig’s admissions process for inpatient and outpatient care.