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Inpatient Rehabilitation · Ascot Rehab Hospital

Intensive care for neurological recovery.

Our inpatient programme provides 24-hour specialist care with 3+ hours of daily multidisciplinary therapy — in Active Stream and Slow Stream formats — tailored to each patient's needs from admission to discharge.

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Inpatient neurorehabilitation at Ascot Rehab Hospital London

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Specialist neurorehabilitation therapy at Ascot Rehab London

What Is Inpatient Rehabilitation

Residential care, around the clock, around you.

Inpatient rehabilitation means living at Ascot Rehab Hospital while receiving intensive, structured therapy from our multidisciplinary team. It is recommended for patients in the early stages of recovery from a significant neurological event — when rehabilitation intensity, medical monitoring and 24-hour nursing support are essential.

Research consistently shows that the timing and intensity of rehabilitation in the early recovery window directly determines long-term outcomes. Our inpatient programme is designed to deliver both.

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Programme Streams

Two programmes. One team.

We offer two inpatient rehabilitation streams — matched to your current level of function and neurological recovery potential.

Stream 01

Active Stream

For patients who can actively participate in 3+ hours of therapy per day and are in the post-acute phase of neurological recovery.

Intensity

High

Minimum 3 hours of face-to-face MDT therapy daily
Physiotherapy, OT, SLT and neuropsychology sessions
Goal-directed, outcomes-measured programme
Weekly MDT review and goal-setting meetings
Consultant ward rounds twice per week
Hydrotherapy and robotic technology access
Discharge planning from day one

Stream 02

Slow Stream

For patients with complex needs who require less intensive therapy but still benefit from specialist inpatient care and 24-hour nursing support.

Intensity

Moderate

1–2 hours of therapy per day, paced to tolerance
Specialist nursing care 24 hours per day
Consultant-led clinical management and monitoring
Fortnightly MDT review with family involvement
Gradual progression toward Active Stream when ready
Fatigue management built into the daily programme
Long-term placement option for complex cases

The Evidence

Intensity and timing change outcomes.

BSRM and NICE guidelines recommend early, intensive, goal-directed rehabilitation for all adults recovering from significant neurological injury. The earlier rehabilitation begins and the more intensive it is, the better the long-term outcome.

"Access to specialist inpatient rehabilitation is the single most important factor in determining long-term neurological outcomes."

BSRM Standards for Specialist Neurorehabilitation · 2024

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A Day in Inpatient Rehab

Structured. Purposeful. Yours.

Every day in our inpatient programme is carefully structured to balance therapeutic intensity with rest and personal time — because recovery requires both.

7:30 – 9:00

Morning Routine

Personal care with nursing support, breakfast in the dining room or room, and consultant or nursing check-in.

9:00 – 12:00

Morning Therapy

Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech and language therapy in the therapy gym, hydrotherapy pool or therapy rooms.

12:00 – 14:00

Rest & Lunch

A structured rest period and lunch — neurological fatigue is real, and recovery time is built into every inpatient programme as standard.

14:00 – 17:00

Afternoon Therapy

Neuropsychology, cognitive rehabilitation, robotic technology sessions, or functional skills practice such as cooking and self-care.

17:00 onwards

Evening & Family

Evening meal, visiting time for family and friends, personal leisure time, and overnight nursing care. Weekend therapy also available.

The Facility

Purpose-built for recovery.

Private en-suite rooms, hydrotherapy pool, specialist therapy gym and robotic technology — everything under one roof.

What's Included

Everything you need. In one place.

Inpatient rehabilitation at Ascot Rehab is a fully comprehensive package — all of the following are included as standard.

Included 01

Specialist Nursing

24-hour specialist rehabilitation nursing with medication management, personal care support and medical monitoring by experienced neuro-nursing staff.

Included 02

Full MDT Therapy

Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy and neuropsychology — all delivered by specialist neurorehabilitation clinicians as part of your daily programme.

Included 03

Robotic Technology

Access to Hocoma, RehabHub and Giger MD robotic rehabilitation systems — technology that accelerates neuroplasticity through high-repetition, task-specific movement training.

Included 04

Hydrotherapy Sessions

Warm-water hydrotherapy using our on-site pool — enabling buoyancy-assisted rehabilitation that unlocks movement impossible on land, particularly for patients with significant weakness.

Included 05

Private En-suite Room

All inpatient rooms are private with en-suite bathrooms, adjustable clinical beds, climate control, smart TV and hotel-quality furnishings — because environment shapes recovery.

Included 06

Consultant Oversight

Twice-weekly consultant ward rounds, weekly MDT goal-setting meetings, and discharge planning from day one — clinical governance that ensures your care is always moving forward.

Inpatient Therapy FAQ

Common questions answered.

Can't find your answer? Call us on 020 8149 4544 — our admissions team will guide you from first enquiry to admission.

How long is a typical inpatient stay?

Most inpatient stays range from 4 to 24 weeks, depending on injury severity, rate of progress and discharge destination. Duration is reviewed regularly by the MDT with the patient and family.

What is the difference between Active and Slow Stream?

Active Stream provides 3+ hours of therapy daily. Slow Stream provides 1–2 hours of paced therapy for patients with complex needs, fatigue or limited tolerance — with the option to progress as recovery allows.

Can family visit during admission?

Yes. We actively encourage family involvement. Visiting hours are generous, family members are invited to attend therapy sessions and MDT meetings, and we provide family education to support the transition home.

Is funding available?

Inpatient rehabilitation can be funded via NHS continuing healthcare, insurance, medico-legal case management or self-pay. Our admissions team will advise on the most appropriate funding route.

What conditions do you treat as inpatients?

We treat all neurological conditions including stroke, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, MS, Parkinson's disease, Guillain-Barré syndrome and complex trauma, as well as post-surgical rehabilitation.

What happens when I am ready for discharge?

Discharge planning begins on day one. We coordinate home adaptations, equipment, community referrals and outpatient follow-up — no cliff-edge end to specialist care.

Do you accept international patients?

Yes. Our admissions team can assist with travel arrangements, visa letters and international insurance coordination. Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

How do I make a referral?

Call 020 8149 4544 or email info@ascotrehab.com. We accept GP, consultant, case manager, medico-legal and self-referrals — UK and international patients welcome.

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Begin Your Rehabilitation

Begin inpatient rehabilitation today.

Speak to our admissions team — we can arrange an assessment and provide an inpatient quote within 24 hours.

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