Stroke Rehabilitation
Intensive robotic-assisted rehabilitation to restore movement, speech, and independence following stroke.
Understanding the Condition
Stroke
A stroke occurs when blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted, either by a blockage (ischaemic stroke) or a bleed (haemorrhagic stroke). The resulting brain injury can cause weakness, difficulty walking, loss of arm and hand function, speech problems, and cognitive changes.
Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to rewire itself. It is the foundation of stroke recovery. Intensive, repetitive, task-specific training drives the brain to form new neural pathways, restoring function that would otherwise remain impaired.
The key word is intensive. Research consistently shows that the quantity of therapy matters enormously. More repetitions = more recovery. This is the central premise of Nextherapy's approach.
Common Symptoms We Address
- Hemiplegia or hemiparesis (one-sided weakness)
- Difficulty walking or loss of balance
- Arm and hand weakness
- Speech and language difficulties
- Cognitive impairments
- Fatigue and spasticity
How We Treat It
A precision programme for your stroke recovery
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Robotic gait training (Lokomat® / Lexo)
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Intensive repetitive movement therapy
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Constraint-induced movement therapy
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Balance and coordination training
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Cognitive rehabilitation
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Spasticity management
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Testimonials
Stroke
“I could no longer move my right hand. In everyday life, I couldn’t open bottles or tubes, or fold laundry. Other facilities could no longer help me. Nextherapy has given me new hope that my symptoms won’t get worse. Therapy at Nextherapy benefits me and I enjoy it very much.”
“At Nextherapy I train with the latest technologies, specifically targeted to my difficulties and deficits. After a few appointments I have more movement in my arm and can use it partially for everyday activities. I also have better stability in my leg and feel more confident when walking.”
Therapy goals
Working together on your goals
Every therapy is built around the individual abilities, needs and goals of our patients. Together, we work to maintain function, make movement easier and support independence in daily life.
Possible therapy goals:
- Improve walking and mobility
- Support arm and hand function
- Regulate spasticity and make movement easier
- Strengthen independence in daily life, for example when dressing or eating
- Improve balance and confidence in movement
- Support quality of life and participation in everyday life
FAQ
How soon after a stroke can I begin robotic therapy?
Neuroplasticity is greatest in the first weeks after stroke, so we recommend starting as early as medically stable, often within weeks of the event. We work closely with acute hospital teams to begin rehabilitation as soon as appropriate. Even years after stroke, meaningful gains remain possible.
Will robotic gait training help me walk again?
Our robotic walking systems (Lokomat® in Zürich, Lexo in St. Gallen) deliver more than a thousand precisely guided walking repetitions per session, stimulating the neural pathways responsible for gait. Research consistently shows that robotic gait training improves walking speed, endurance, and independence in stroke survivors, especially with intensive, early therapy.
Can Nextherapy help with arm and hand weakness after stroke?
Yes. Upper limb recovery is a core part of our stroke programme. We use targeted robotic and technology-assisted upper limb training alongside gamified therapy to drive arm and hand recovery, with a focus on activities of daily living.
Start your recovery with a personalised assessment.
Our specialists review your condition and design the right programme for you.