Comprehensive Rehabilitation
Helping kids recover, grow, and thrive after injury, illness, or surgery
At Weisman Children’s, our Comprehensive Rehabilitation Program supports children and young adults recovering from injury, illness, or surgery—helping them regain independence and return to the activities they love.
Led by our dual board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pediatrics, our compassionate, highly trained team works closely with your family to design anindividualized treatment plan. We address every aspect of recovery—physical, emotional, andsocial—so your child can thrive at home, in school, and in the community.
Who We Treat
We serve children and young adults with a wide range of complex conditions, including:
- Neuromuscular injuries
- Spinal cord injury
- Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM)
- Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Transverse myelitis
- Spinal tumor
- Muscular dystrophy
- Cerebral palsy
- Multiple trauma and multi-system injuries
- Amputations, wounds, and burns
- Orthopedic recovery: post-surgical care, scoliosis, Blount’s disease
- Avascular necrosis (AVN)
- Deconditioning
- Complications from oncological conditions
Every child’s diagnosis is unique—and so is their recovery journey.
What To Expect
Our program blends evidence based advanced medical care with a supportive, family-centered environment:
- A minimum of three hours of therapy daily, including physical, occupational, and/or speech therapy
- Advanced technology:
- Body-weight support training systems
- Moto-med electrical stimulation bike
- Neuromuscular and functional electrical stimulation
- Biofeedback systems like the Smart Balance Master
- Recreational therapy and child life services
- Weekly care team meetings to track progress and plan next steps
- Comfortable, spacious rooms with accommodations for a parent or caregiver to stay overnight
- Transportation for training sessions when needed
- Assistance scheduling follow-up appointments and ongoing care
- For our older teenage patients, will help with the transition to their next stage of life and independence
Real-Life Skill Building
We focus on community re-entry—taking skills learned in therapy and practicing them in real-world settings such as:
- Local recreational facilities and parks
- Stores and restaurants
- School environments
- Home assessments
This hands-on approach helps ensure a smooth transition home and back into school, sports, and social life.
Beyond the Physical: Emotional and Social Recovery
Rehabilitation is about the whole child—not just their muscles and joints. That’s why we integrate:
- Neuropsychology and psychology services to support emotional well-being
- Child life specialists to reduce stress and promote coping skills
- Recreational therapy to help children re-engage in hobbies, games, and leisure activities
- Group activities and shared mealtimes to encourage peer socialization
Our Mission
Rebuild Strength, Confidence, and Hope
We’re here to helpyour children gain the strength and skills to feel more like themselves again—and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Contact Weisman Children’s today to learn how our comprehensive services can help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a parent or caregiver stay overnight with their child?
Yes! We understand how important it is for families to be together during this time. A parent or caregiver can stay overnight in our comfortable, family-friendly rooms, so you can be there for your child and feel supported throughout their stay.
✨ Meet Our Stars ✨
A New Challenge – Outstanding Result
Weisman Children’s has never had a patient quite like Chad Potter. Chad, 17, has a rare disease called Alström syndrome, a genetic disorder that affects multiple systems, causing hearing loss, blindness, diabetes, developmental delays, and enlargement and weakening of the heart muscle. While he and his parents had been able to manage his disease his entire life, things took a turn in March 2021. Chad was admitted to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)’s Cardiac ICU in severe heart failure. This was the beginning of a long and trying time for him and his parents, Jennifer and Chad Potter.