Abstract
In the thought of physical therapy for elderly people, this article analyzed the function of the facilities with beds for medical treatment where physical therapy is actually performed. First, the change in medical system including rehabilitation was described, and a process of rehabilitation as well as appropriate rehabilitation for each recovery phase was then introduced. Especially about the rehabilitation ward at recovery phase, which plays an intermediary role between medical service and home care, and has been recently being provided with necessaries, its actual management was introduced. Secondly, it was considered what we should do for inpatients of the ward. Finally, making effective use of my experience, future roles of the ward and a physical therapist were discussed.
