Rehabilitation programs may be planned for neurological and other conditions that affect movement, balance and independence. These include stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, acquired brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, spasticity, pediatric neurological conditions, movement and balance disorders, and functional loss following neurological or neurosurgical conditions. The appropriate rehabilitation program is determined after an individual medical and functional assessment.
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Intensive neurorehabilitation may be appropriate for patients who have experienced significant limitations in movement, walking, balance, upper-extremity function, communication, swallowing, cognition or independence due to a neurological condition. Suitability is assessed individually according to the patient’s diagnosis, medical stability, current functional abilities and rehabilitation goals.
Early diagnosis and timely medical evaluation are important after a stroke or brain injury. Identifying the type and extent of the injury as early as possible helps the medical team recognize potential complications, define rehabilitation needs and plan the most appropriate treatment pathway. Once the patient is medically stable and rehabilitation is considered safe, starting rehabilitation early can help prevent complications related to immobility, support the recovery of lost functions and make better use of the early recovery period. However, rehabilitation is not limited to the early stage. Patients whose stroke or brain injury occurred months or even years ago may also benefit from an individually planned rehabilitation program.
Yes. You can send your medical reports, imaging and information about your current condition before making travel arrangements. Your records can be reviewed to obtain a preliminary understanding of your medical and rehabilitation needs. Your final rehabilitation program is determined after an in-person medical and functional assessment.
If available, you can send your most recent specialist reports, hospital discharge summaries, MRI or CT images and reports, previous surgery or procedure reports, laboratory results, current medication list and previous rehabilitation records. Information about your current mobility, daily activities and any medical support such as a tracheostomy, PEG tube, catheter or oxygen therapy may also be helpful. Videos demonstrating sitting, standing, walking or hand movements may be requested when clinically useful.
Yes. You can share your case and available medical documents before travelling. The initial remote medical consultation and preparation of a preliminary treatment plan and cost estimate are provided free of charge and without an obligation to proceed with treatment.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Çorum sees patients at Acıbadem Taksim Hospital and Acıbadem Kartal Hospital in Istanbul, where he practices in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Robotic Rehabilitation.
Your rehabilitation program begins with a detailed medical and functional assessment. Areas such as muscle strength, mobility, walking, balance, upper-extremity and hand function, speech, swallowing, cognition and independence in daily activities may be evaluated according to your condition. Based on these findings, individual rehabilitation goals are established and the treatment program is planned accordingly.
Different rehabilitation technologies may be integrated into the treatment program according to the patient’s needs and treatment goals. Technologies available within the robotic rehabilitation program include systems for robotic walking training, early mobilization, balance and gait training, upper-extremity rehabilitation and hand rehabilitation, such as Lokomat Pro, ErigoPro, C-Mill, ArmeoSpring and Amadeo. Robotic rehabilitation is used as part of a comprehensive treatment program and does not replace the rehabilitation team.
There is no standard duration or number of daily therapy sessions that applies to every patient. The duration and intensity of rehabilitation depend on your diagnosis, functional condition, medical needs, tolerance, treatment goals and progress. Intensive programs may include multiple therapy sessions during the day using conventional rehabilitation, robotic technologies and other appropriate treatments. Your program is reviewed regularly and can be adjusted according to your progress.
Possibly. Patients with severe neurological impairments, significant mobility limitations, swallowing problems, impaired consciousness or other complex medical needs may be considered for rehabilitation after a detailed medical assessment. Patients with a tracheostomy, PEG tube or other medical support require additional evaluation and multidisciplinary planning. The priority is to determine whether rehabilitation can be provided safely and appropriately for the individual patient.
Your progress is monitored through regular medical and functional assessments throughout the rehabilitation program. Depending on your condition, changes in walking, balance, muscle strength, range of motion, upper-extremity and hand function, speech, swallowing, cognition and independence in daily activities may be evaluated. The treatment program can then be adjusted according to your progress and changing rehabilitation needs.
The cost of rehabilitation varies according to your diagnosis, medical and functional condition, expected treatment duration, therapy intensity and the technologies or additional medical services included in your program. After your medical records are reviewed, a preliminary individualized treatment plan and cost estimate can be prepared. The final treatment plan and cost may be updated after your in-person evaluation.
Yes. International patients can receive multilingual coordination and interpreter support during their treatment journey. Depending on individual needs and arrangements, assistance may include medical record coordination, appointment scheduling, interpreter services, airport and hospital transfers, accommodation guidance, hospital admission procedures and communication with the medical team.
In many cases, a family member or caregiver can accompany the patient during the treatment journey. For patients with significant neurological impairment, having a family member or caregiver present can also be valuable for communication, education, discharge planning, and understanding the patient's ongoing care needs. Accommodation and hospital companion arrangements may vary depending on the patient's room, medical condition, and treatment program. Your international patient coordinator can provide detailed information before your arrival.
Before returning home, you can receive medical documentation regarding your rehabilitation program, progress and recommendations for continued care. When appropriate, follow-up communication can continue remotely. New medical reports, imaging or rehabilitation updates may also be shared with the medical team to support continuity of care. Recommendations for exercises, therapies, precautions and follow-up can be provided so that the rehabilitation process can continue in coordination with your physicians and therapists in your home country.