Rehabilitation in Germany

There is a strong tradition of Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy in Germany. Rehabilitation has been a focus of medical research and practice since the middle of the 19th century.

Our general philosophy on rehabilitation: Excellent surgery only lays the foundation for a complete recovery. The extent of recovery and the lasting benefit for the patient is dependent on qualified, dedicated and specialised rehabilitation.

wIRA ZRT®-Matrix-Therapy with water filtered infrared is an established principle in rehabilitation. © www.joint-surgeon.com

The use of heat is a long, well established tradition in physical therapy. However an effective step forward in the use of local heat therapy, was achieved by the development of modern biophysics.

The natural heat source of the sun was used as the basis for this therapy. The infrared radiation from the sun, is filtered on it’s way to the ground, by the water vapor in the atmosphere. This natural filtering system was a model for the development of a therapeutically useful treatment device.

Oxygen Supply defines the level of energy: O2 as an important aspect of cell regulation.

All human cells must constantly be supplied with sufficient oxygen (O2). This is a fundamental prerequisite for the formation energy of within cells, on which all life processes and functions depend. At rest through breathing, we take in approximately 250 ml of oxygen per minute.

With a healthy diet, the body is supplied with all the nutrients it requires to function effectively and efficiently © fotolia.com

With a healthy diet, the body is supplied with all the nutrients it requires to function effectively and efficiently.

These days, as foods such as fruits, vegetables, fish or meat (from conventional cultivation) often do not contain enough vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and trace elements, there are often nutrient deficiencies.

Theresienklinik is a trusted partner for the rehabilitation of orthopaedic patients. The pleasant town of Bad Krozingen with its thermal wells provides a relaxing environment for our patients and their relatives. © www.vita-classica.de

The Theresienklinik is one of the leading clinics in cardiology, internal medicine and traumatologic and orthopaedic rehabilitation. The accommodation is modern and offers a comfortable, friendly and caring environment for international patients.

Theresienklinik has 347 beds and two independent, interdisciplinary departments for cardiology and orthopaedics.

Founded in 1981 as an interdisciplinary centre, Theresienklinik is an experienced and established partner of the orthopaedic Gelenk-Klinik, for post-surgical rehabilitation.

Anti Gravity Treadmill: The effect of gravity is partially or completely eliminated

What is the anti-gravity treadmill?

The modern anti-gravity treadmill allows normal walking or running combined with an exactly controlled reduction of body weight.

While a normal pattern of gait is possible inside the anti-gravity treadmill the effect of gravity is partially or eliminated. This is particularly beneficial for patients with painful joint conditions on the lower extremity (leg), overweight patients or patients after surgery.

The application of anti-gravity treadmill training is always preceded by a medical examination. The anti-gravity training is supervised by a physiotherapist.