Spinal Cord Injuries (CSI)
The spinal cord, along with the brain, constitutes the body’s main “control center”, transmitting messages that regulate movement, sensation and vital functions. When a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) occurs, usually after a trauma of the spinal cord, this communication is disrupted to varying degrees.
What do we wish to achieve
Here, at Diaplasis Rehabilitation Center, in Kalamata, we do not just focus on the injury, but also on the person as a whole. Our goal is the maximum possible functional capacity and autonomy, regardless of the severity of the injury, as assessed by the ASIA Impairment Scale (an internationally recognized classification system for neurological damage).
At Diaplasis, organized rehabilitation aims to:
Putting Rehabilitation into practice
At Diaplasis, the therapeutic approach is personalized and adjusted to the needs of each patient, regardless of the severity of the damage.
Physical Therapy
Targeted physical therapy to improve mobility and training for the correct use of assistive devices, where required.
Robotic Rehabilitation
Where appropriate, the program can be enhanced with modern robotic rehabilitation technologies and occupational therapy for retraining of everyday skills.
Managing everyday life difficulties
Treating problems which often accompany spinal cord injuries, such as orthocystic dysfunctions and regional or generalized spasticity, aiming at comfort and functionality.
Psychological support & adjustment
Psychological support helps the patient and his family manage changes, enhance adjustment and support the rehabilitation process.
Hydrotherapy, nursing & nutritional support
Hydrotherapy, when conditions are met, along with continuous nursing and nutritional care, enhance te overall therapeutic approach.
Why does rehabilitation make a difference?
Based on scientific documentation, structured and individualized rehabilitation after Spinal Cord Injury:
