--- title: "Acute inpatient rehabilitation Services at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter's acute inpatient rehabilitation offers personalized compassionate care to help you regain independence after trauma, surgery, or severe illness." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Acute inpatient rehabilitation ![acute-inpatient-rehabilitation-services](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation-services.jpg?h=1358&iar=0&w=3150) # Acute inpatient rehabilitation When you're hospitalized with a life-changing trauma or illness, our personalized acute inpatient rehabilitation care provides specialized rehab services to help you regain your independence. [Find a rehab specialist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Physical+Medicine+and+Rehabilitation%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ![acute-inpatient-rehabilitation-services](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation-services.jpg?h=1358&iar=0&w=3150) Why choose Sutter? Everyone faces complex challenges when recovering from severe traumas and illnesses. When you’re stable enough to leave the hospital but not ready to move home, our acute inpatient rehabilitation centers provide a safe and healthy environment to continue your recovery. These centers adhere to the highest industry standards of excellence. Our three largest centers in San Francisco, Oakland and Roseville are recognized by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities for their exceptional quality. As our patient, you'll be supported by a team of therapists, nurses, neuropsychologists and clinical staff. With their expertise and state-of-the-art technology, you'll have help regaining your ability to perform daily tasks and returning to the life you love. ## By the numbers ### 12,000+ Sutter physicians provide accessible care close to home. ### Top 2% for best in the nation acute rehabilitation facilities as recognized by the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation. ### 4 inpatient acute rehabilitation centers recognized for the highest industry standards of excellence. ### 1 in 100 Americans receive their healthcare from Sutter. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Brain injury - Cerebrovascular accident - Spinal cord injury - Trauma ## Treatments - Amputation rehabilitation - Inpatient rehabilitation - Physical therapist procedures - Recreational therapy Sutter Rehabilitation Institute ## Awards and accreditations [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Acute+inpatient+rehabilitation%22%5D%7D%5D) Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities Multi-Year Recognition Inpatient Rehabilitation Program Accreditation [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Acute+inpatient+rehabilitation%22%5D%7D%5D) ![patient-learning-how-to-walk](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/patient-learning-how-to-walk.jpg?h=1357&iar=0&w=2209) ## Our latest outcomes  We’re helping people recover faster. View our latest physical therapy and rehabilitation outcomes for recovery from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury and more.  [View PT and rehabilitation outcomes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/quality-care/service-outcomes/physical-therapy-rehabilitation-outcomes) ## Sutter spotlight Page ### [Stroke: signs, prevention and care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/stroke-signs-risks) Learn about stroke prevention, warning signs of stroke and Sutter Health’s award-winning stroke care options across Northern California and the Central Coast. Health & wellness ### [Prevent sports injuries](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/prevent-sports-injuries) Don’t get sidelined by injuries. Follow this advice to stay in the game. Health & wellness ### [How to Maintain Muscle Strength](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/how-to-maintain-muscle-strength) Follow this advice to stay strong and healthy as you age. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22+%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22+%5C%22Breathing+and+allergies%5C%22+%5C%22Foot+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Finding Relief from Mast Cell Overactivity (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a922c3193564e6106f484c5/) Thursday, December 10, 2026 Join integrative physician Andy Luckett, MD, to learn about mast cell and histamine disorders, what may cause their dysfunction, and integrative approaches that may help ease symptoms. - Support Group ### [Dementia Caregivers Support Group - Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/69277bd2a98c7b70b11045d4/) Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Build a support system with people who understand. - Class ### [Integrative Approach to Back Pain](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a921393a2df098eb8ae55e4/) Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Integrative chiropractor Scott Larsen shares his approach to back pain, exploring movement, posture, and inflammation to help patients understand and find relief. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22+%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22+%5C%22Breathing+and+allergies%5C%22+%5C%22Foot+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Sutter Rehabilitation Institute – A Hero’s Recovery ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/sutter-rehabilitation-institute-a-heros-recovery-1042868390) - [Patient story ### Stroke Nearly Silences DJ Shortkut ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/stroke-nearly-silences-dj-shortkut-2029692373) - [Patient story ### From Devastating Ski Crash to Dramatic Recovery ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/from-devastating-ski-crash-to-dramatic-recovery-2023453256) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Acute inpatient rehabilitation for recovery and independence Discover intensive rehab at Sutter, where teams support your recovery with therapy focused on mobility and independence. 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experience.\nThis is the world-class rehabilitation center\nfor Northern California, bar none.\nNARRATOR: Sutter's team approach to rehabilitative care\ntreats the whole person physically, emotionally,\nand socially, helping you regain strength and function\nto get back to your life.\nROGER JEFFERY: Entire therapy staff was amazing.\nThey pushed me, but not to an extreme.\nThis facility and the surroundings\njust makes you feel so comfortable.\nIt was perfect.\nIt saved me.\nI don't know where I'd be today if I hadn't come here.\nNARRATOR: At Sutter Rehabilitation Institute\nin Roseville, your interdisciplinary team\nincludes a rehabilitation doctor, an internal medicine\ndoctor, specialized therapists, case managers, social workers,\nand rehabilitation nurses.\nWe provide 24/7 care and an individualized program to meet\nyour needs and recovery goals.\nAnd being part of a larger medical center\ngives you access to an even wider range\nof medical specialists and care.\nWe're accredited by the Commission\non Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.\nCARF accreditation represents the highest industry standard\nof excellence and quality care for rehabilitation facilities.\nOur excellent clinical outcomes consistently\nsurpass regional and national benchmarks.\nAnd 98% of our patients surveyed after discharge\nsaid they were satisfied with their care.\nWe're a CARF-designated center of excellence\nin cancer rehabilitation.\nIn addition to social work, we offer neuropsychology services\nto help you adjust and navigate through your recovery.\nWe have doctors, therapists, and nursing staff\nwith advanced certifications in neurological, spinal cord,\nand brain injury rehabilitation.\nOur rehabilitation facility includes more than 3000ft\nof treatment gym space, one of the largest acute rehabilitation\ngyms in Northern California.\nWe also have an outdoor therapy area, therapy garden,\nand independent living apartment.\nWe offer the latest in advanced therapy 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