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Underwater Treadmill Therapy

Relearn walking at your own pace on the underwater treadmill. Water level, speed and resistance are tuned to your goal, so you progress safely without straining your joints.

HIGHLIGHTS

What stands out in this treatment

Body-Weight Offloading

Load is set via water level; gait is trained while protecting the joints.

Controlled Speed

Walking speed is set gradually; endurance is increased safely.

Correct Gait Pattern

A symmetric, correct gait pattern is relearned with water support.

Reduced Fall Risk

The stabilizing environment of water reduces fear and risk of falling.

Resistance Adjustment

Water flow and resistance can be increased gradually for strength and endurance.

Broad Indication

Usable in orthopedic, neurological and cardiovascular rehabilitation.

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 & conditions treated

Who is it for?
Those with difficulty walking and balance problems
Patients unable to bear full weight after surgery
Those avoiding walking on land due to joint pain
Those with a gait pattern impaired by neurological causes
Patients with loss of endurance and conditioning
Those avoiding movement due to fear of falling
Conditions treated
Offloaded Gait TrainingSpeed & Endurance ProgramGait Pattern CorrectionResistance TrainingNeurological Gait Training
TREATMENTS

Our treatment methods

Underwater Treadmill Therapy
Relearn walking at your own pace on the underwater treadmill. Water level, speed and resistance are tuned to your goal, so you progress safely without straining your joints.

Offloaded Gait Training

Speed & Endurance Program

Gait Pattern Correction

Resistance Training

Neurological Gait Training

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.
Step 1
Gait and function assessment
Step 2
Water level, speed and resistance plan
Step 3
Underwater treadmill sessions
Step 4
Load progression and progress measurement
Step 5
Transition to walking on land and 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

50+
countries of patients served
7/24
medical interpreter support
24 h
file review turnaround
Free
first consultation and second opinion
TECHNOLOGY

Our diagnostic and treatment technologies

Technology

Da Vinci Xi

TrueBeam LINAC

Biplane Angio

Advanced Imaging

Gait Robot

Arm Robot

WHY DORUK

What sets us apart here

Dedicated thermal & pool facilities
Temperature-controlled pools and a thermomineral source for year-round aquatic rehab.
Specialist aquatic-rehab team
A personalized program with physiotherapists and physiatrists experienced in hydrotherapy.
Combined land + water program
Aquatic exercises combined with land therapy for painless, safe progression.
Low joint load, high safety
Buoyancy reduces fear of falling and load on the joints.
INFO & BLOG

About diagnosis, treatment and recovery

What is the underwater treadmill and how does it differ from a regular treadmill?
How is body weight reduced with water?
I cannot swim; is this therapy suitable for me?
How long is a session and how many sessions are needed?
When can treadmill therapy begin after surgery?
How does it improve the gait pattern in neurological patients?
When is the transition to walking on land made?
How does the process work for patients coming from abroad?
PRICING

Transparent treatment pricing

Consultation & second opinion
The number of sessions and program are personal; a quote is delivered with your first assessment.
Free
Hydrotherapy session
Per session, pool therapy
€60 – €120
Robotic gait session (support)
Per session, 45–60 min
€120 – €240
Intensive rehab program (2 weeks)
Aquatic + robotic + manual, stay included
€2,200 – €3,900
Indicative price range — your binding quote is sent in writing after your free medical evaluation.
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
ILLUSTRATIVE STORY

Early mobilisation in water

ILLUSTRATIVE STORY

Less pain in thermomineral water

ILLUSTRATIVE STORY

Walking without fear of falling

ILLUSTRATIVE STORY

Play-based pool therapy for a child

ILLUSTRATIVE STORY

Exercise in water during pregnancy

All patient stories
PATIENT VOICES

What our patients say

I could not do on land the exercises I did in the pool; the water also took my fear away.

Khalid
Libya · Rehabilitation
Illustrative review

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

Vilma
Netherlands · Rehabilitation

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

Vilma
Netherlands · Rehabilitation
Illustrative review

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

Omar
Iraq · Rehabilitation
Illustrative review
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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

Free evaluation for Underwater Treadmill Therapy

Our international team replies within 24 hours. Visa, transfer and accommodation included.

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