Your Multiple Sclerosis Rehab Center in Switzerland
A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis turns your world upside down. For many sufferers it comes with worries and insecurity. However, modern therapies and targeted rehabilitation can help you to retain quality of life and independence for as long as possible.
What is multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic auto-immune disease of the central nervous system. Inflammation damages the nervous system and triggers various symptoms. In many cases, a combination of medicinal and non-medicinal therapies can significantly delay or even prevent progress of the disease. Disability can often be avoided if the patient is supported by specialist neurologists at an MS rehab center.
The importance of MS physical therapy
A specialist MS rehab center supports sufferers to improve their quality of life and retain everyday independence. Typical side effects such as chronic fatigue – i.e., a persistent high level of exhaustion which barely improves with rest – can be positively influenced with targeted therapies.
Aims of multiple sclerosis rehab
The most important goals of MS rehabilitation are:
- to improve motor skills and cognition,
- to improve continence problems,
- to retain independence, and
- to increase quality of life.
Therapies provided as part of multiple sclerosis rehab
At our specialist MS rehabilitation clinic, we combine proven experience with modern techniques. This creates a personalized program which strengthens the body, mind, and everyday skills equally.
Conventional therapies
- Physiotherapy – improves mobility, strength, and coordination.
- Occupational therapy – trains everyday skills and supports independence.
- Speech therapy – strengthens the voice, speech, and swallow function.
- Neuropsychology – promotes memory, concentration, and emotional stability.
Special therapies
- Orthoptics – treats vision impairments.
- Dysphagia therapy – supports swallowing problems.
- Neuro-urology – helps with bladder function impairment.
- Hippotherapy – uses the movement of horses to improve balance and musculature.
Technological therapies
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Robotics-assisted therapies – enable intensive, precise exercises.
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Computer-assisted procedures – improve movement sequences and cognitive abilities.
Special therapy for MS patients
Chronic fatigue program – targeted support to maintain energy and reduce exhaustion.
Recommended duration of multiple sclerosis rehab
We recommend inpatient rehabilitation last between three and six weeks.
Our specialists for MS rehabilitation
Dr. med. Claudia Baum
Head Physician, MS specialist
Specialist in Neurology
German, English
Our multiple sclerosis rehabilitation clinic
Why VITREA?
A focus on medical care
Personalized stroke treatment plan
Dedicated patient service
Individual admissions planning
Even after just three weeks of rehabilitation, many MS patients demonstrate clear progress. They gain noticeably more everyday independence and report a new sense of confidence for the future.
“Everyone here always thinks in solutions rather than problems: A big issue for me are spasms, especially at night. They keep me up and I don’t get enough rest. I ended up extending my rehabilitation for two weeks in order to find a way to control them and to improve my sleep.”
Jan
MS-Patient from The Netherlands
Which rehab helps for multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Different treatments are combined for MS: Physiotherapy strengthens mobility, occupational therapy supports everyday life, and speech therapy helps speech and swallowing impairments. In addition, robotics and innovative methods are used to alleviate specific symptoms.
How long is the recommended rehab duration for MS patients?
Our experience shows that 3 to 6 weeks inpatient rehabilitation is effective. We will happily put together a customized quote tailored to your personal situation and goals.
Are you interested in multiple sclerosis rehabilitation? Contact us to find out more.
