Neuro-Oncological Rehabilitation in Israel

Professor Dvora Blumenthal

Head of the Neuro-Oncology Department

Stages of Examination at Top Ichilov Clinic

Neuro-oncological rehabilitation of patients who have undergone oncological diseases affecting the nervous system is conducted at the multidisciplinary outpatient center for neuro-oncological rehabilitation at Top Ichilov Clinic.

Nervous system damage can occur due to the impact of the oncological disease or as a result of the influence of medications or treatment methods. It is characterized by a disruption of normal life functions.

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82%

successful treatment cases with conservative methods

38%

of patients at Top Ichilov Clinic avoided surgery due to accurate diagnostics

100%

high-precision diagnostic program

Upon admission, the patient undergoes an initial examination by experienced neuro-oncologists and neuro-radiologists. They are then attended to by specialists such as

• physiotherapist
• occupational therapist
• neuropsychologist
• speech therapist
• nurse specialized in rehabilitation

All specialists accompany the patient throughout the treatment. If necessary, the patient consults with neurosurgeons, pain therapists, and wound care specialists.

The initial intensive examination lasts three days and involves a comprehensive assessment by specialists to develop the necessary medical and rehabilitation measures. All issues identified during the examination are taken into account when creating an individual program. Its intensity consists of 5 sessions per week for a course of 4 to 6 weeks.

During the rehabilitation program, special attention is directed to conditions such as

• muscle weakness
• muscle tone disorders
• reduced or lost movement control

The following disorders are corrected:

• sensitivity and pain
• cognitive functions (memory, attention)
• speech (including due to swallowing dysfunction)
• control over sphincters

Significant attention is given to sexual functions and the correction of psychological and behavioral disorders. The following skills are restored:

• activities of daily living lost due to functional disorders (elimination of natural needs)
• motor function disorders
• difficulties in dressing, self-care, hygiene, etc.

Assistive devices are selected and mastered (

• wheelchair
• crutches
• prosthetics

Alongside the patient, their relatives and caregivers participate in the program.

The rehabilitation center at Top Ichilov Clinic provides an individual and comprehensive approach to each patient, applying innovative technologies and methods in the field of rehabilitation.

Advantages of Neuro-Oncological Rehabilitation at Top Ichilov Clinic

The new methodology developed at Top Ichilov Clinic represents a comprehensive program offering a multidisciplinary approach to the rehabilitation process. The program is developed considering the individual characteristics of the patient's condition and the specifics of the disease they have undergone. It aims to

• increase endurance
• increase physical strength
• restore the ability for self-care in daily life
• integrate into the usual social environment.

The program is supplemented with psychological consultations and training, allowing for professional, family, and social rehabilitation.

The multidisciplinary approach ensures a carefully selected team of specialists in the field of neurological rehabilitation working in our medical center.

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