What is the admissions process?

Before we admit you, we conduct a pre-admission screening. We make sure inpatient rehab is appropriate for you and determine the level of care you require. This takes place within 48 hours of your planned admission.

How long will my stay be?

Your condition and the progress you make toward achieving your goals determine how long your stay will be. We carefully monitor your progress throughout your recovery. Our average stay is about 12 days.

How much therapy will I receive?

You can expect to participate in physical and occupational therapy, and speech therapy sessions if needed, for a total of at least 3 hours a day, 5 days a week. This focus on therapy and rest can help speed up your recovery.

Can my family participate in my therapy sessions?

Having someone willing to learn how to support you and make your return home as seamless as possible can make a huge difference in your recovery and quality of life. We encourage loved ones to take part in education and certain therapy sessions.

What are your program outcomes?

Our 2025 comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program demographics and outcomes include: 565 patients discharged The average age of our patients treated was 73 years old. No adolescent patientstreated Ratio of male to female: 262 males, 303 female The average length of stay for our patients was approximately 11.3 days 85.7% of our patients returned to the community versus another level of care 8.7% of patients transferred to another hospital 95% of patients rated their quality of care as very good to excellent Mobility improved by 43.6 points on average Self-care improved by 15.8 points on average Patients received about 3 hours of therapy per day, 5 days a week

Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program (CIIRP)

Comprehensive rehabilitation designed for lasting progress

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital helps you move forward after a serious illness or injury with care that’s focused on your recovery, your goals and your future. We offer a variety of acute inpatient programs and maintain international accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Our Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program (CIIRP) provides specialized care to individuals with various diagnoses, injuries, or illness that require acute inpatient rehabilitation. Your care team will work closely together to create a personalized plan tailored to your needs and support your progress as you regain independence and reconnect with your daily routines.

Recognized excellence in inpatient rehabilitation

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital is the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in South Carolina according to U.S. News & World Report. We are also the only CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accredited rehab facility in the Lowcountry.

Support for a wide range of conditions

Every recovery journey is different. That’s why we take the time to understand what matters most to you — then build a plan to help you get there.

We care for people recovering from a wide range of conditions, including, but not limited to:

Amputation
Brain injuries
Cardiac conditions
Guillen Barre
Multiple trauma-related injuries
Neurological disorders
Orthopedic injuries
Post-transplant care needs
Spinal cord injuries
Stroke

A rehabilitation experience built around you

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital’s goal is for our patients to return to their community at the highest level of independence. Your care plan is built around you. From the start, your team will work with you to set clear goals and create a plan that helps you heal at a pace that’s right for you.

Your treatment may include physical, occupational and speech therapy, along with additional support from specialists such as recreational therapists, psychologists, social workers/case managers. We are part of the Roper St. Francis Healthcare continuum which includes outpatient rehabilitation, home health and hospice. Together, we provide coordinated care designed to help you prepare for life beyond the hospital.

We offer speech, occupational and physical therapies as well as access to our inpatient specialty programs:

CARF accredited Brain Injury Specialty Program
CARF accredited Spinal Cord Injury Specialty Program
CARF accredited Stroke Specialty Program
Driving Rehabilitation Program
Horticulture therapy
Music therapy
Psychology
Recreational therapy

We also coordinate spine injury care with our Center for Spinal Cord Injury.

While you’re in our care, you can expect to participate in therapy sessions for at least 3 hours a day, 5 days a week. Family may also participate in some therapy sessions to learn more about your condition and help ensure your smooth transition back to home.

Our rehabilitation and internal medicine doctors will also check in on you several times a week to monitor your progress, and rehabilitation nurses will care for you around the clock.

Gain access to specialty equipment to maximize your recovery, including:

Lite Gait© and Maxi-Sky© to assist with body weight supported gait training.
Functional electrical stimulation devices, including:

FES cycle
Xcite
Ampcare

Dynavision
Saebo
Community outings as appropriate

Your Roper Rehabilitation Hospital team

Your recovery is personal, and your care should be, too. Our experienced board-certified physicians and interdisciplinary team take the time to get to know you, understand your goals and support your progress.

Meet our team

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital location

Roper Rehabilitation Hospital is located in downtown Charleston. Our unique location within Roper Hospital provides our patients the advantage of access to advanced medical care 24/7, including laboratory, diagnostic imaging, medical and pharmacy services.

Resources and support

We offer support groups and classes for both families and patients. You can find a free list of resources and access our support groups and classes on our website.

Get support

Our 2025 comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program demographics and outcomes include:

565 patients discharged
The average age of our patients treated was 73 years old. No adolescent patientstreated
Ratio of male to female: 262 males, 303 female
The average length of stay for our patients was approximately 11.3 days
85.7% of our patients returned to the community versus another level of care
8.7% of patients transferred to another hospital
95% of patients rated their quality of care as very good to excellent
Mobility improved by 43.6 points on average
Self-care improved by 15.8 points on average
Patients received about 3 hours of therapy per day, 5 days a week

We send you home with any needed prescriptions for medications and written instructions regarding self-care. Upon discharge, you can expect to continue your therapy in the home setting or in our outpatient clinic. This helps you continue to progress as you work to regain as much independence as possible. We offer convenient outpatient rehabilitation services throughout the greater Charleston area.

“The success I’ve had is because of the incredible therapists and staff at Roper St. Francis Healthcare. They cared about me, not just as a patient, but as a person.”

– Shannon C. , spinal cord injury patient

Related services & specialties

Stroke Specialty Program

Regain strength, mobility and independence with help from our dedicated stroke rehabilitation experts.
Brain Injury Specialty Program

Regain function and independence with help from our brain injury rehabilitation experts.
Spinal Cord Injury Specialty Program

Receive support that promotes independence and recovery through our spinal cord injury rehabilitation program.
Outpatient rehabilitation services

Convenient outpatient physical, occupational, speech and other advanced therapies for recovery after an illness, injury or surgery.
Driving Rehabilitation Program

Get back on the road again safely after illness or injury.

Take the next step toward your recovery

If you’re considering rehabilitation or want to learn more about your options, we’re here to walk you through eligibility, answer your questions and guide you through the referral process.

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