A doctor’s referral for physical therapy is required. These services are covered by basic health insurance. Any missed appointment that is not canceled at least 24 hours in advance will be billed and will not be reimbursed by health insurance. All services under this program will take place in the physical therapy department at Hôpital de La Tour.
Why?
The goals of this program are:
- to improve your quality of life
- to learn pain management strategies
- to make regular physical activity a part of your routine
- to achieve personalized goals
- to create a group dynamic that fosters personal motivation.
Who is this for?
People who have been suffering from back pain for more than 3 months and have already tried other treatments without significant results. Please note that this program requires time and strong motivation.
What We Offer
A program supervised by several physical therapists and an occupational therapist, under the medical supervision of a sports medicine physician.
Program details:
- About 20 sessions spread over 8 to 9 weeks
- 3 sessions per week.
Program Content
- 1 individual session to get acquainted and explain the program
- 1 physical assessment at the beginning and end
- 3 roundtable discussions on the topic of pain and establishing a regular exercise routine
- Pilates sessions
- Pool sessions
- Strength and core training sessions
- Ergonomics session(s)
Where is the meeting place?
Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Department
La Tour Hospital
Building B2
Upper Ground Floor
Contact
T +41 22 719 67 67
E physio@latour.ch