Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Leading neurorehabilitation with one goal: your independence
At Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht in eastern Switzerland, we support international patients with neurological conditions on their journey towards greater independence and a better quality of life. Since 1989, we have specialized in neurological rehabilitation, including rehabilitation following a stroke and for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. Our experienced specialists and intensive personalized therapies, combined with one of the most cutting-edge robotics centers in Europe, bring together the highest level of specialization with one clear goal: helping you make progress, step by step.
Conditions we treat at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Neurological conditions can affect movement, speech, perception, cognitive function and many aspects of everyday life. At Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht, we develop an individual treatment program for every patient, tailored to their specific limitations and personal goals.
Stroke
A stroke can affect movement, speech, swallowing, perception and cognitive function. At our rehabilitation clinic, we combine intensive, personalized therapies with advanced techniques such as robotics and neurostimulation. We aim to help patients regain lost abilities through targeted training and recover as much independence as possible in everyday life.
Early neurological rehabilitation
Following a severe stroke, brain injury or other serious neurological condition, specialized early rehabilitation may be necessary shortly after the acute treatment phase. At our Zelgli early rehabilitation unit in Zihlschlacht, we care for patients who still require close medical monitoring and intensive therapeutic support. Our specialized Bodan early rehabilitation unit in Münsterlingen provides care for patients with particularly severe impairments, including those requiring partial or full ventilator support.
Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease often causes movements to become slower and smaller. Muscle stiffness, tremors and difficulties with walking and balance can also make everyday life increasingly challenging. At Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht’s specialist Parkinson’s Center, we combine individually tailored medication-based treatment with intensive therapies and advanced techniques such as robotics. Our goal is to alleviate symptoms and help patients remain active and independent for as long as possible.
Multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. Inflammation damages the nerves and can affect movement, cognitive function and bowel control. Early specialist neurological treatment and rehabilitation can help patients maintain their independence for as long as possible and improve their quality of life. At Zihlschlacht, we combine conventional and specialized therapies with advanced robotic and computer-assisted techniques, alongside a targeted program to address chronic fatigue.
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
For patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, preserving existing abilities and maintaining quality of life are central to our approach. At Zihlschlacht, we combine medical treatment, therapeutic interventions and activities designed to maintain and stimulate patients’ abilities. For patients with a suitable clinical profile, we also offer transcranial pulse stimulation (TPS®), a treatment that uses ultrasound pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain.
Paraplegia and spinal cord injuries
A spinal cord injury can restrict movement and sensation while likewise impairing bladder and bowel function. At Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht, we help patients develop and strengthen their existing abilities, supporting them in achieving as much independence as possible in their day-to-day lives.
Advanced stimulation techniques can provide additional targeted support during rehabilitation. One example is ARC-EX®, a technique that stimulates the spinal cord externally and can support rehabilitation of the arms and hands in patients with certain cervical spinal cord injuries.
Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht: recovery in nature’s embrace in eastern Switzerland
Our specialist wards
Oasis private ward
Specialist neurorehabilitation with privacy and superior comfort
Rooms
Our well-appointed private rooms offer plenty of privacy and additional living space for companions.
Types of room
Junior Suite
- Modern single room
- 33 m² plus 8 m² balcony
- Minibar
- Room service
- High-speed WiFi
- International TV receiver
- Safe
- Coffee machine
- Living area
Junior Suite virtual tour
Deluxe Suite
- Modern single room
- 45 m² plus 16 m² balcony
- Minibar
- Room service
- High-speed WiFi
- International TV receiver
- Safe
- Coffee machine
- Living area
Deluxe suite virtual tour
Royal Suite
- 3 modern and elegant rooms plus 1 large, bright living area
- Maximum comfort, private space
- 130 m² plus 42 m² balcony
- Minibar
- Room service
- High-speed WiFi
- International TV receiver
- Safe
- Coffee machine
- Living area
Royal suite virtual tour
Dining
Enjoy a varied choice of meals in the welcoming atmosphere of our dedicated restaurant area. We also offer room service if you prefer.
Patient kitchen
Patients staying in the Oasis ward can make use of kitchen amenities on request.
Prayer room
A prayer room offers patients and relatives a quiet space for prayer, retreat and personal reflection.
Daily schedule
Your daily schedule is built around your individual therapy plan. Highly specialized therapy rooms are available for your rehabilitation. There is time to enjoy meals, rest and be with your loved ones between therapy sessions.
Take a virtual tour of Oasis private ward
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Thur private ward
Specialist care for people with Parkinson’s disease
Rooms
You stay in a comfortable, well-appointed private room, with the option of having a companion stay overnight in the same room.
Dining
You stay in a comfortable, well-appointed private room, with the option of having a companion stay overnight in the same room.
Daily schedule
The Thur private ward forms part of one of Switzerland’s largest centers of excellence for Parkinson’s disease. Your personalized therapy plan combines intensive rehabilitation with plenty of time for rest and recovery. Every member of the team specializes in Parkinson’s disease, from our doctors and therapists to our nursing staff.
Zelgli early rehabilitation ward
Intensive rehabilitation for patients with severe neurological conditions in Zihlschlacht
Rooms
You stay in a comfortable private room. If family members wish to stay nearby, we can help with hotel or studio apartment bookings.
Dining
Most have their meals in their rooms, as many require assistance with eating. Patients who are well enough can eat in the ward’s dining room. Staff assess each patient’s nutritional needs individually, with alternative feeding methods, including intravenous feeding, available as required.
Daily schedule
Therapy, nursing and medical care are closely coordinated. As many patients still have severely limited mobility, therapy sessions often take place in their rooms. Your specific medical condition determines the intensity and structure of each day at the clinic.
Bodan early rehabilitation ward
Early rehabilitation for patients with particularly severe neurological conditions in Münsterlingen
Rooms
You stay in a private room equipped with modern medical facilities. For family members wishing to stay nearby, our international team is on hand to help with hotel or apartment bookings.
Food and beverages
Meals are tailored to each patient’s medical condition and individual needs and served at their bedside. Alternative feeding methods are also available where medically necessary.
For visiting family members, Herz-Neuro-Zentrum Bodensee has a cafeteria, while the nearby Kantonsspital Münsterlingen is home to a restaurant serving meals, snacks and beverages.
Daily schedule
Medical monitoring, nursing and therapy are closely integrated. Our accredited intermediate care unit specializes in patients with complex medical needs and supports weaning from mechanical ventilation. Once patients are sufficiently stable, they can continue their rehabilitation in Zihlschlacht.
Outstanding quality and innovation to support your progress
Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht’s high standards of care are recognized through numerous certifications and awards. As a DIH Center of Excellence, the clinic is one of a select group of centers with extensive expertise in rehabilitation robotics and contributes to the ongoing development of advanced rehabilitation technologies. Its inclusion in the international Leading Medicine Guide likewise reflects its proven medical expertise, specialist knowledge and extensive clinical experience.
Do you live in Switzerland?
Visit our Swiss website for a complete overview of Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht, including treatments and services available to patients who live in Switzerland.
Our services for international patients at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Rehabilitation abroad comes with its own medical and organizational challenges – both for the patient and their loved ones. Our international team helps you prepare both for your arrival and your stay at our clinic. From your initial inquiry through your return home, we provide one-to-one support and handle all practical arrangements so that you can focus on your rehabilitation.
We help with:
- Visa and entry requirements
- Travel to and from the clinic, including transportation
- Clarifying costs with insurance providers
- Translation/interpretation and personal assistance services
- Accommodation for family members
- Practical arrangements throughout your stay
“For us, progress is measured by the difference it makes to each individual. Personal achievements can transform everyday life, restore independence and open the door to a better quality of life. To make this possible, we combine highly specialized neurorehabilitation and the highest standards of quality with deep-rooted expertise, state-of-the-art technology and innovative treatment options.”
Yvonne Filipponi
Managing Director Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Our specialists supporting your rehabilitation at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Our specialists in neurology, neuropsychology and a range of therapeutic disciplines bring extensive experience and personal commitment to caring for our international patients. They work as one to tailor your rehabilitation to your individual circumstances and personal goals.
Prof. Dr. med. Karsten Krakow
Medical Director, Chief Physician of Neurological Rehabilitation and Early Rehabilitation
Specialist in Neurology
German, English
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Dr. med. Stefan Schuko
Head Physician International Ward, Medical Director International Operations
Specialist in Neurology
German, Russian
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Dr. med. Carlo Wilke
Director of Parkinson's Center
Specialist in Neurology
German, English
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Dr. med. Claudia Baum
Head Physician, MS specialist
Specialist in Neurology
German, English
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Location and reaching the clinic
Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Hauptstrasse 2
8588 Zihlschlacht-Sitterdorf
Getting there
Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht enjoys a peaceful setting in the canton of Thurgau in eastern Switzerland. For international patients, Zurich Airport and St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport offer convenient travel connections, with the latter also accommodating private and business aircraft. If you wish, our international team can arrange your transfer directly from the airport to the clinic by private car, ambulance or taxi. Zihlschlacht is also easy to reach by car or public transport.
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Frequently asked questions about rehabilitation at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht
Are you considering rehabilitation at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht in Switzerland? This is where international patients and their families can find answers to important questions about treatment, accommodation and practical arrangements relating to their stay.
Which conditions does Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht specialize in treating?
Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht specializes in neurological rehabilitation. Our main areas of expertise include stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, paraplegia and other spinal cord injuries. We also provide specialist early neurological rehabilitation for patients with severe neurological conditions.
How long do patients typically stay at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht?
Neurological rehabilitation at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht usually lasts several weeks. The exact duration depends on your medical condition, personal rehabilitation goals and progress. Our medical team regularly reviews your progress and coordinates with you and your family to plan the next stages of your rehabilitation.
Does Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht accept patients with severe neurological conditions?
Yes. Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht also specializes in rehabilitation for patients with severe neurological conditions. At the Zelgli early rehabilitation ward in Zihlschlacht, patients receive intensive medical, nursing and therapeutic care. We have the Bodan early rehabilitation ward in Münsterlingen for patients with particularly severe impairments who require closer medical monitoring. This ward also supports patients who need to be weaned off mechanical ventilation.
What dining options are available at Rehabilitation Clinic Zihlschlacht? Do you accommodate special diets, allergies and halal requirements?
At Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht, all meals are tailored to your medical condition and individual needs. We accommodate medically prescribed diets and dietary restrictions, e.g. as the result of swallowing difficulties. Please inform our international team of any allergies, food intolerances or special dietary requirements before your arrival.
Can a companion stay overnight at Rehabilitation Clinic Zihlschlacht? How much does it cost?
A companion can stay overnight in the same room as the patient in the Oasis private ward and the Thur private ward for Parkinson’s patients. This is not possible at the Zelgli or Bodan early rehabilitation wards. Our international team is on hand to help with nearby hotel or studio apartment bookings for family members. The costs depend on the accommodation selected and will be confirmed with you in advance.
Which languages are spoken at Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht?
At Rehaklinik Zihlschlacht, we care for international patients in a range of languages. While our staff speak many different languages, our international team will help arrange suitable translation or interpreting services if one-to-one communication is not possible.
