Director of Concierge: Pamela Jimson, MHA
Patient Age: 73 years
Admission Date: 11/20/2025
Admitted From: Tristar Centennial
Discharge Date: TBA
Discharged To: Home (TBA)
Length of Stay: Ongoing
How did this patient hear about Trevecca Center: Trevecca Marketers
Details of Experience:
Mrs. Katherine J is a 73-year-old female who was admitted to Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on November 20, 2025, following a hospitalization at Tristar Centennial. Upon admission, she presented with a cyst on the plantar surface of her left foot that prevented her from bearing weight due to significant pain. Her hospitalization was further complicated by recurrent Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections, very limited mobility prior to admission, a bowel obstruction following the C. diff infection, and the need for a cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal).
Upon arrival at Trevecca, Mrs. J was admitted under isolation precautions. During her initial evaluation, she was unable to perform bed mobility without maximum assistance from one to two staff members for supine-to-sit transfers. She required the use of a Hoyer lift for all transfers and was extremely fearful of using a sliding board due to a lack of confidence and fear of falling. Our interdisciplinary team immediately developed a comprehensive rehabilitation plan focused on improving her strength, endurance, mobility, transfer ability, and overall functional independence. Physical and Occupational Therapy worked closely with Mrs. J while encouraging her through each phase of her recovery.
As therapy progressed, the team initiated transfer training using a sit-to-stand lift. At that time, Mrs. J was able to tolerate standing for no more than one minute before experiencing fatigue. Although progress was gradual, she remained committed to her therapy program, and her confidence steadily increased with each session.
Today, Mrs. J has made remarkable progress. She is now able to perform bed mobility from supine to side-lying at a modified independent level. She completes supine-to-sit and sit-to-supine transfers with supervision while the head of the bed is elevated. She has also progressed to performing sit-to-stand and stand-pivot transfers with therapy, requiring varying levels of assistance ranging from maximum assistance to moderate assistance depending on her fatigue level. Nursing staff continue to utilize the sit-to-stand lift to ensure safe transfers outside of therapy sessions. Mrs. J has also advanced to gait training with a walker. She has successfully ambulated up to 8 feet with minimal to moderate assistance once standing while being closely followed with a wheelchair for safety. In addition, she is able to propel her manual wheelchair for short distances under supervision, requiring additional time to complete the task.
One of the most rewarding aspects of Mrs. J’s rehabilitation has been witnessing her overcome the fears that initially limited her progress. When therapy first introduced stand-pivot transfers, she was extremely apprehensive about using both the sliding board and the walker. Through the patience, encouragement, and expertise of our rehabilitation team, she has developed significantly more confidence. She now actively participates in transfer training and gait activities with her walker during therapy sessions and continues to demonstrate determination and resilience throughout her recovery.
Mrs. J’s rehabilitation journey demonstrates the value of compassionate, patient-centered care and an interdisciplinary team approach. Despite multiple medical complications, isolation precautions, severe mobility limitations, and fear of participating in functional mobility tasks upon admission, she has made exceptional progress through her hard work and dedication. Her improvements in bed mobility, transfers, standing tolerance, wheelchair mobility, and ambulation have brought her significantly closer to regaining her independence. Mrs. J continues to work toward her rehabilitation goals each day, and her perseverance serves as an inspiration to both the healthcare team and her fellow residents. Her progress is a true reflection of what can be accomplished through skilled rehabilitation services, teamwork, and a positive attitude.