Rehabilitation Nursing
Rehabilitation nurses help people regain independence after illness, injury or surgery, and adapt to life with long-term disability. Their work focuses on function, self-care and quality of life, not just recovery from disease.
The Rehabilitation Nursing session at Nursing Science 2027 brings together nurses from stroke units, spinal injury centres, neurological services and community rehabilitation teams. Many rehabilitation patients are older adults, linking this session with geriatric nursing and elderly care.
Key Topics in Rehabilitation Nursing
- Stroke rehabilitation nursing
- Spinal cord injury care
- Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation
- Orthopaedic and post-surgical rehabilitation
- Neurological conditions and long-term disability
- Mobility, positioning and pressure injury prevention
- Bladder and bowel management
- Goal setting and self-management support
- Family and carer education
- Interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams
Recent Advances in Rehabilitation Nursing
Rehabilitation is starting earlier, often in intensive care, and continuing at home through community and virtual programmes. Cardiac rehabilitation is a strong example of nurse-led recovery care, shared with cardiovascular nursing.
Technology is opening new possibilities, from exoskeletons and robotic gait trainers to sensor-based therapy, explored further in robotics and automation in nursing care. Helping patients return to work after injury or illness also links rehabilitation with occupational health nursing.
Who Should Attend the Rehabilitation Nursing Session
- Rehabilitation and neuro-rehabilitation nurses
- Stroke and spinal injury nurses
- Orthopaedic nurses
- Community and home rehabilitation nurses
- Nurse specialists in long-term conditions
- Rehabilitation researchers and educators
Why Present Your Research in Rehabilitation Nursing
Nursing Science 2027 gives you an international audience for rehabilitation research and practice. You can share recovery models and connect with colleagues in community and public health nursing who support patients after discharge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this session include community and home-based rehabilitation?
Yes. Research on rehabilitation in hospitals, specialist centres, homes and the community is welcome.
Can I present an interdisciplinary team project?
Yes. Interdisciplinary projects are welcome where nursing plays a clear role.
When is Nursing Science 2027?
Nursing Science 2027 takes place from 17 to 19 May 2027 in London, UK.