Specialized Services
Neurological Rehab
Our therapists get to know you so they can provide diagnoses to brain-related problems like stroke, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. They work with you to create a treatment plan that’s tailored to your unique needs.
Parkinson's Program
(Raleigh and Cary locations)
The UNC Rex Outpatient Rehabilitation Parkinson's Program partners with the National Parkinson's Foundation and has different kinds of specialized providers who offer services to patients with Parkinson’s disease. They will work with your doctor and family members to talk about your care. Services we offer include:
- Physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists with special training in Parkinson’s disease
- Speech language support for LSVT Loud and LSVT Big
- Referrals to other healthcare professionals, including neuropsychologists (experts in how the brain and behaviors connect), medical social workers and music therapists
Cancer Rehabilitation
(Wakefield and Cary locations plus UNC Rex Cancer Center)
At UNC Health Rex Outpatient Rehabilitation, we understand that patients with cancer need specialized support. We bring together experts with different types of training to create a well-rounded cancer support program. Our patients often need help with:
- Fatigue (feeling very tired)
- Trouble thinking or remembering things after chemotherapy (“chemo brain”)
- Daily tasks like bathing or cooking
- Decreased strength, range of motion and endurance
- Problems with swallowing or speaking
- Lymphedema (swelling in the body)
Get Real & Heel
(Raleigh)
If you have finished cancer treatment and still have symptoms like fatigue, “chemo brain” or weakness, UNC Health Rex offers the Get Real & Heel program. This free 12-week exercise program is for patients at the UNC Rex Cancer Center. Learn more about Get Real & Heel.
Lymphedema Therapy
(Raleigh, Cary and Wakefield locations plus UNC Rex Cancer Center)
Lymphedema is swelling that can happen with cancer, vascular (vein) disorders and other conditions. Our certified lymphedema therapists offer you compassionate, expert care. Our services include:
- Massage that helps your body get rid of fluids and waste (manual lymphatic drainage)
- Exercise
- Compression garment fitting (finding the right tight-fitting clothes to help control swelling and improve blood flow)
- Other help with managing your condition
