The program includes:
- Primary presentation in the clinic
- medical history, including family history
- complex neurological and orthopedic examinations
- CT / MRI / X-ray examination
- complex neurophysiological examinations
- consultation and curating by a neurourologist
- bowel training for stool control
- individual rehabilitation program, which includes:
- bladder training
- bowel training
- propriozeptive neuromuskuläre fazilitation (PNF)
- transcranial magnetic stimulation (TNS)
- orofacial stimulation of Castillo Morales
- functional propriotrening
- various methods of respiratory gymnastics
- Wii Fit training in the use of the balance
- neuropsychological therapy
- functional therapy of the upper extremities (ArmeoSpring)
- functional electrical stimulation / neurostimulation
- kinesitherapy (physiotherapy)
- biocontrol with feedback
- healing deep muscle massage
- neuromuscular electrostimulation
- acupuncture of spasticity and pain syndromes
- occupational therapy
- psycho-educational classes
- Individual physiotherapy
- microcurrent treatment
- fangotherapy / cryotherapy
- antispasmodic drug therapy (incl. Botox)
- mobilization of limb joints
- hydrotherapy / massage therapy / reflexology
- training on special trainers (Lokomat, exoskeleton)
- and etc.
- day-and-night care nurses
- stay in the hospital with full board
- symptomatic and drug therapy
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About the department
The Department of Spinal Injury at the Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic Godeshöhe offers the full range of services in this field and specializes in the comprehensive treatment of patients with spinal injuries, back pain caused by various pathologies, including respiratory diseases, severe paralysis of the cervical spine. The experienced doctors of the department have a tremendous clinical experience, so they can easily cope with injuries of any severity. The department is headed by Dr. med. Andreas Hildesheim.
The department is located in a modern building, which was opened in 2007. When designing the department, the smallest details were taken into account, contributing to the satisfaction of all the needs of patients with spinal lesions: bright, spacious rooms with wheelchairs, windows overlooking the Rhine Valley and the Siebengebirge mountain area, internet, TV, telephone with a special control system for paralyzed patients, special adjustable beds, equipped with monitoring and ventilation systems. In addition, the department has the cutting-edge equipment for providing an effective treatment and physiotherapy.
The primary goal of the department’s medical team is the best possible preservation or restoration of the patient’s independence and quality of life, therefore specialized doctors, therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, social workers work closely together here.
The scope of the department’s tasks also includes the early rehabilitation of patients with spinal injuries. The doctors of the department have a long experience in treating severe spinal spasticity with the use of botulinum toxin and drugs that are administered into the subarachnoid space (intrathecally). Within the framework of early rehabilitation, driving lessons and driving tests (in cooperation with driving schools) are offered in specially adapted vehicles.
It is worth noting that for problems with the spine, an important component of therapy is psychological support. The competent psychologists of the department work with patients, their relatives throughout the course of treatment, help to cope with the emotional shock and start a new life.
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About hospital
Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic Godeshöhe in Bonn has more than 30 years of experience in the neurological rehabilitation area and it is one of the largest and most competent rehabilitation centers in Germany.
The clinic offers a lot of opportunities in the neurological rehabilitation area - inpatient and outpatient, at all phases (B, C and D). During the treatment doctors and medical staff of the clinic try to achieve optimal results as soon as possible.
That is why maintaining of high quality standards in the professional training area for all employees and equipping the clinic are the main issues to be taken into consideration. Due to close cooperation with university clinics in Bonn and Cologne, full medical care in all areas is guaranteed. The departments of the clinic work in close cooperation with other structures of the clinic and constantly exchange information among themselves.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
Patients who receive an inpatient treatment in the Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic Godeshöhe live in single and double rooms with shower and toilet, telephone, TV, etc.
Patients can use swimming pools and gyms, there is a park and a cafeteria with the outside terrace. There is a beautiful view from many patient rooms to the Rhine and Seven Hills valley. Patients can spend time on the terrace outdoor or have a pleasant walk during the warm season.
Meals and Menus
The clinic menu will satisfy all demands. You can find here usual menu as well as food for diabetics or other special diet food. Individual diet components can be always combined individually.
Further details
Standard rooms include: