HEALTH & LUXURY
The Spa Treatment Ignite Offers Physical Therapy In a Resort Setting by Maria Gus How far would a patient travel to receive top medical care in a resort environment? According to Heather Smoot, director of business development for Ignite Medical Resorts Adams PARC (Ignite), Bartlesville is becoming a more popular destination all the time. Ignite, which specializes in short-term rehabilitation and nursing care, offers varied clinical specialty programs and enhanced services in a five-star medical resort environment. Its dedicated team of in-house therapists uses the latest technology to create customized rehab plans, helping people get back on their feet as quickly as possible. Many in Bartlesville were already familiar with Adams PARC and their focused care prior to Ignite Medical Resorts purchasing the facility in 2020. Now, word about the service and the luxury amenities that Bartlesville residents have come to expect is traveling throughout the region. “We have had patients travel miles to have access to our experienced, professional staff,” said Smoot. She and Rachel Shearer, general manager of Ignite, shared about a patient who came from McAlester last year during the height of the pandemic. “The patient was unable to see her husband during her stay,” said Shearer. “She recently brought him to the facility just so he could meet the incredible staff for himself. Our patients really do become a part of our Ignite family.” Ignite physicians, therapists, and nurses use their experience, compassion, and skill to help patients get back to doing the things they love. Upon entering the newly-renovated facility, guests and patients can enjoy a delicious beverage at the LuxeCafé, proudly serving Starbucks coffee. Ignite staff have created a relaxing environment where anyone can stop in for a visit with friends or a quiet break. Ignite takes great care to serve patients physically, emotionally, and mentally. With a beautiful environment and quality food and drink, Ignite is able to provide just another service to their patients. Ignite now has three facilities in Oklahoma, including Bartlesville. In the last year, the company has made purposeful changes to their facility which help them provide even more comprehensive care. The therapy gym is customized with state-of-the-art equipment and is designed to allow therapists an inviting space to converse with patients while they are providing treatments, with efficient built-in workstations for streamlined progress documentation. This allows patients more time to ask questions and be an active part of their own recovery process. Ignite is also pleased to have added an Activities for Daily Living, or ADL, Suite as a part of the remodel. This space is designed to
allow patients to practice the skills they will need when they return home. Equipped with a standard queen bed, full kitchen area, and full bathroom, the ADL Suite gives patients the opportunity to practice the skills they have been working on in a more “home-like” environment. “Patients think they’ll be able to do what they have always done when they get back home,” said Shearer. “The ADL Suite allows them to have some real-world practice cooking dinner, washing dishes, or stepping out of the shower. It makes a huge difference in their recovery.” Ignite Adams PARC has increased technology at their Bartlesville facility as well. With EarlySense, a contact-free solution to monitor patients in post-acute settings, Ignite utilizes continuous monitoring technology to reduce re-hospitalizations. They have also partnered with the Safekeeping-How’s Mom app to keep families connected and informed of their loved one’s progress while they are rehabilitating and recuperating at the resort. “It’s another way that we try to keep in contact with families, which was especially important during COVID,” said Smoot. “The app allows questions to be asked, compliments or concerns to be addressed, and provides peace of mind to families.” Smoot and Shearer cannot stop smiling when talking about the staff, remodel, and vision of the company. The facility is anchored by strong teamwork, and every employee greets patients and guests with a warm welcome. “Ignite Adams PARC is a hidden jewel,” said Smoot. “And we want to ensure all the Bartlesville community knows we are here.”
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