Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Physical medicine and rehabilitation from St. Peter’s Health Partners help you get back into the swing of life. We offer inpatient and outpatient services to people recovering from a variety of illnesses and injuries.
Our comprehensive approach gives you access to specialized therapies. Services also include support to help you live an excellent quality of life. Each year, thousands of people from the Capital Region and nearby states put their trust in us.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at St. Peter’s Health Partners: Why Choose Us?
We are the region’s premier physical medicine and rehabilitation program. You have access to leading therapies and an experienced team gives you the best chances for good results. Our doctors, nurses and therapists personalize services that help you or your loved one heal and recover.
Intensive Rehabilitation
Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital is a nationally recognized freestanding acute rehabilitation facility. Our providers help patients recover from life-changing conditions, such as stroke, brain injuries and amputations. We offer the highest level of rehabilitative care, including assistive technologies and family-centered services that help patients transition back to everyday life.
Our commitment to physical medicine and rehabilitation excellence has earned our programs prestigious recognition from the:
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF®)
- American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
Outpatient rehab includes therapies that help you push past pain from common injuries, like sprains and strains. These services also help further your recovery after surgery or completing inpatient rehab. Whether you’d like to maintain your independence or get back to your favorite activities, we help you achieve your goals.
A Team Approach to Rehabilitation
You benefit from the deep involvement of doctors, nurses and therapists who work together to coordinate your care. Many of our providers have training and certifications in specific types of rehabilitation. We pay attention to the small details that impact your overall well-being so you can focus on getting better. Meet our physical rehabilitation team.
You may receive care from:
- Physical medicine doctors (physiatrists)
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Hand therapists
- Speech therapists
- Respiratory therapists
- Certified rehabilitation nurses
St. Peter's Sports & Spine
Our musculoskeletal experts at St. Peter's Sports & Spine (previously named St. Peter's Musculoskeletal Medicine) handle all types of joint, muscle, and nerve problems (and more!), and use advanced technology like ultrasound-guided procedures to help get to the bottom of what's bothering you. Our team of musculoskeletal and sports medicine experts treat injuries, pain, and limited function with an array of non-surgical options.
Dr. William Douglas, Dr. Matthew Erby, and Dr. Lucas First are physiatrists with Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital and are seeing musculoskeletal patients in Latham. Drs. Douglas, Erby, and First are passionate about helping patients reach their personal goals when it comes to injury recovery, restoring proper movement, and optimizing quality of life.
The Sunnyview Lifestyle Wellness Center
The Sunnyview Lifestyle Wellness Center is open to the public. We help people of all abilities and health histories stay active in a relaxed atmosphere.
The center features:
- Cardio and resistance training equipment
- Therapy pool
- Special group exercise programs
Our certified personal trainers and exercise physiologists help you have a safe experience.