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Neuromuscular Rehabilitation in Turkey

In ALS, weakness after Guillain-Barré and nerve injury, the programme follows the course of the condition: lost strength is regained or existing function is kept. At Doruk Nilüfer.

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HIGHLIGHTS

What stands out in this treatment

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)

Physician-supervised stimulation of weak or paralysed muscles; supports stepping and grasp, and helps preserve muscle mass.

Body-Weight-Supported Walking

The gait robot carries part of the body weight, so safe, repeated stepping is possible even in the weak phase.

Graded, Dosed Strengthening

Exercise starts at a dose that does not increase fatigue and is advanced as the muscles respond; overexertion is avoided.

One Shared Team

A rehabilitation physician, physiotherapists and occupational therapists, with neurology, hand surgery and respiratory teams when needed.

Insurance & agreements

Transparent payment with contracted institutions and private insurers, at home and abroad.

Accommodation & rooms

Companion-friendly modern patient rooms and in-city accommodation support.

International patient services

Visa, airport transfer and 24/7 multilingual medical interpreters.

Transparent, guaranteed price

A quote prepared from your medical information; no extra charge for the treatments it covers.
OVERVIEW

Who it's for

Who is it for?
ALS and motor neuron diseases
Weakness remaining after Guillain-Barré syndrome
Peripheral nerve injury after trauma, compression or surgery
Progressive muscle weakness in the arms or legs
Foot drop, wrist drop and difficulty with grasp
Numbness, tingling, marked fatigue and risk of falling
Treatment options

Treatment pathways in neuromuscular diseases

How the decision is made
In neuromuscular diseases, the goal of the programme depends on the course of the condition. After Guillain-Barré syndrome or nerve injury the aim is to regain lost strength; in a progressive disease such as ALS the aim is to keep function and safe independence for as long as possible. The team sets the goal with you at the first assessment.
ALS and motor neuron diseases
Keeping function · energy and breathing management.

The aim is to keep existing function for as long as possible

In ALS, rehabilitation does not stop the disease and does not replace medical treatment. Its aim is to keep existing movement and daily living skills, prevent falls and joint stiffness, and support quality of life. The programme runs alongside the treatment from your neurologist.

Exercise is planned at a dose that does not tire the muscles; when fatigue increases, the dose is lowered. Body-weight-supported walking and the balance platform help keep movement safe.

In energy-conservation work, daily tasks are planned without increasing fatigue. The occupational therapist advises on assistive devices and home adaptations.

Respiratory physiotherapy and swallowing safety are followed together with the relevant teams. The programme is updated at regular intervals as the disease progresses.

After Guillain-Barré syndrome
Gradual recovery · back to walking.

Strength is regained step by step

In Guillain-Barré syndrome, rehabilitation starts once the acute phase has been managed in hospital and the condition is stable enough. Most patients recover gradually; how long it takes and how far it goes varies from person to person. The programme is built to support this recovery at the right dose.

Overexertion can slow recovery, so strengthening and endurance work is advanced in small steps.

In the weak phase, the gait robot allows safe, symmetric stepping practice; as strength returns, walking moves from the robot to the floor.

FES is used for foot drop and difficulty with grasp. Sensory re-education is added for numbness and tingling.

Peripheral nerve injury
FES · hand robot · sensory re-education.

Muscles and joints are protected while the nerve heals

After nerve injury from trauma, compression or surgery, rehabilitation starts as early as possible, following the protocol set by the team. While the nerve heals, the aim is to prevent muscle wasting and joint restriction, then to regain strength, sensation and hand skills. Hand and nerve surgeons are involved when needed.

FES activates muscles that are not receiving nerve signals and helps preserve muscle mass; it supports movement in wrist drop and foot drop.

The upper-limb and hand robot trains shoulder, elbow, wrist and finger movements through task-oriented exercise and measures them in every session.

Sensory re-education aims to regain touch, temperature and discrimination. Splint and positioning advice helps keep joint range of motion.

Robotic gait training
Body-weight-supported, safe stepping practice.

Dosed, repeated steps on the gait robot

The gait robot carries part of the body weight and guides the step in the correct pattern. In neuromuscular patients, the aim is many repetitions without becoming exhausted; session length and the level of support are adjusted to how the muscles respond. Robotic therapy takes place at Doruk Nilüfer.

Related treatmentsRelated treatments
Aquatic therapy
Movement with low load in the pool.

The buoyancy of water supports weak muscles

Because body weight is reduced in water, movements that are hard on land can be practised in the pool with less fatigue. A lift takes you into the pool. The programme combines balance, range of motion and light strengthening; warm water helps reduce muscle stiffness. Aquatic therapy takes place at Doruk Nilüfer.

Related treatmentsRelated treatments
Shared methods
FES · contracture prevention · occupational therapy · fatigue management.

Methods that complete the programme in all three conditions

The methods below are used to a different extent depending on the condition; which ones are needed is decided at the first assessment.

FES: Stimulation through electrode pads triggers stepping or grasp in a weak muscle. The dose and duration are set by the physician.

Contracture prevention and range of motion: A joint that stays still shortens over time. Stretching, positioning and, if needed, a splint help prevent this restriction.

Occupational therapy: Daily tasks such as dressing, eating and personal care are practised; assistive devices and home adaptations are suggested when needed.

Fatigue management: Sessions are planned with rest breaks, and the day’s tasks are ordered according to energy. Fatigue is checked in every session and the programme is adjusted accordingly.

TREATMENT TIMELINE

From day one to discharge

The timeline below is an average and varies by patient, diagnosis and clinical status. Exact timing and all included services are detailed in your personalized treatment offer.
Day 1
Welcome, multidisciplinary assessment, muscle strength and sensation testing, gait and function analysis.
Day 2
Goals with the council: keeping function in ALS, regaining strength after Guillain-Barré or nerve injury; neurology and hand surgery consulted when needed.
Day 3
Starting the programme with dosed strengthening, body-weight-supported walking and FES when needed.
Day 4
Occupational therapy, sensory re-education, contracture prevention and fatigue management.
Day 5
Measuring progress, updating the programme, and planning a home programme and remote follow-up.
Every treatment offer is presented in full detail — accommodation, transfer, interpreter and follow-up included — clearly stating what is covered.
HOW IT WORKS

A completely carefree treatment journey

1
Online application
Fill the form or message us on WhatsApp; share your file in seconds.
2
Free evaluation
Our specialists review your file and reply within 24 hours.
3
Personalized plan
Treatment steps, timeline and transparent cost are clarified.
4
Welcome & treatment
Airport pickup, accommodation and treatment — coordinated end to end.
BY THE NUMBERS

Our center in numbers

15+
neurological & orthopedic conditions addressed
20+
specialists, physiotherapists & occupational therapists
50+
countries of patients served
TECHNOLOGY

Our diagnostic and treatment technologies

Technology

Gait Robot

Upper-Limb Robot

FES & Virtual Reality

Underwater water jet

WHY DORUK

What sets us apart here

Experienced robotic rehabilitation team
High-repetition, measurable neurorehab experience with the robotic gait trainer.
Physiatrist + physiotherapist + neurologist team
A multidisciplinary team running one program together, with a weekly progress review.
Sensor-tracked, evidence-based progress
Every session is tracked with sensor data; goals are updated with objective metrics.
Robotic + aquatic therapy combined
Land-based robotic therapy supported by hydrotherapy for faster functional gains.
INFO & BLOG

About diagnosis, treatment and recovery

What is a neuromuscular disease, and what does rehabilitation aim for?
Does rehabilitation stop ALS?
When does rehabilitation start after Guillain-Barré syndrome?
When should I start after a peripheral nerve injury?
Will exercise tire my muscles?
What is FES, and is it painful?
Will numbness and loss of sensation improve?
How long does the programme last, and how do I continue at home?
PRICING

Transparent treatment pricing

Consultation & second opinion
A transparent offer prepared for your condition and goals is delivered with your first evaluation.
Free
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation package — 11 days
4* hotel full board · 3 active + 3 passive sessions a day · airport transfer included
$3,465 – $4,200
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation package — 14 days
4* hotel full board · 3 active + 3 passive sessions a day · airport transfer included
$4,410 – $5,300
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation package — 21 days
4* hotel full board · 3 active + 3 passive sessions a day · airport transfer included
$6,625 – $8,000
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation package — 28 days
4* hotel full board · 3 active + 3 passive sessions a day · airport transfer included
$8,820 – $10,600
Indicative price range, given before we have seen you. After medical communication and consultation you receive a net, payment-guaranteed price in writing: unless a medical obstacle arises, only the quoted amount is charged when the procedures are performed, and it covers the procedures listed as included in the quote. Our priority is to do what is medically right; our financial promise is to deliver the promised service at the promised price.
PRICE GUARANTEE

Our quote is a binding commitment

The quote prepared and shared based on the medical information you provide is guaranteed: for every treatment it covers, the hospital charges no extra fees.

Written, binding quote
Your quote is prepared from your medical information and shared in writing.
No surprise charges
For the treatments the quote covers, the hospital requests no extra charge.
All covered treatments included
Every planned treatment is included in the guaranteed price.
PATIENT STORIES

Recovery journeys in their own words

Patient stories
All patient stories
PATIENT VOICES

What our patients say

With robotic gait therapy I moved one step further every week.

Nadezhda
Russia · Rehabilitation

The treatment here is truly excellent. I feel myself getting better every day.

Vilma
Netherlands · Rehabilitation

With airport pickup, accommodation and translation support, I felt at home.

Omar
Iraq · Rehabilitation
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the consultation paid?
How do I apply from abroad?
Visa and transfer support?
How is post-care follow-up?

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