Through exercise therapy and/or manual techniques, the physical therapist treats and guides you through various conditions that can be both acute or chronic. The different specializations among our physical therapists are: orthopedic rehabilitation with sports rehabilitation or manual therapy, internal rehabilitation (breathing techniques, heart, lung, metabolism), neurological rehabilitation, children and mental health. We always pair the most appropriate physical therapist with each patient.

Our occupational therapists guide you in regaining your functionality. You will be guided with specific customized exercise therapy and, if necessary, together we will look for the right tool to achieve as much independence as possible.

The speech therapists provide therapy to adults with speech and language problems (aphasia, word finding problems, dysarthria), swallowing problems (dysphagia), voice problems, facial paralysis and cognitive rehabilitation. In addition to therapy, they also provide patient safety through swallow screenings in patients who have impaired swallowing function. Thus, together with the dieticians, they ensure safe and appropriate nutrition.

The brain is the center from which our functioning is controlled. If an injury occurs here, in addition to physical complaints, it can also cause symptoms in the areas of thinking, feeling and acting. These consequences are often not immediately noticeable and difficult to see on the outside. You may suddenly experience the following problems: absent-mindedness, forgetfulness, irritability, quick fatigue, difficulty in planning and organizing,... This can put a great strain on daily functioning.

A neuropsychological examination may be suggested by your treating health care providers. The examination identifies cognitive impairments, emotional problems or behavioral changes. The examination is performed by a psychologist. You can read more about it in the brochure below.

When you are ill, you are often worried about the symptoms, which is normal. When your GP is no longer available, it is important to make the right choice.

• For most medical issues, it is best to go (first) to your own GP. He or she can give you the best advice and refer you to a doctor if necessary.
• If your GP is not available, you can go to the out-of-hours medical posts.You do this only when you have an urgent medical problem, which is not serious enough for an emergency, but also cannot wait until your own GP is available.
• Dentists on duty:
  • Reachable by phone via the central call number: 0903 399 69.
  • The on-duty service is available on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 09.00 to 18.00.
  • Call: 1,5 euros per minute.
• You can go to the emergency department in the following situations:
  • If you are referred by your GP.
  • If you are brought in by ambulance after an emergency call to 112.
  • On your own initiative, this is only possible in life-threatening situations, serious injuries such as burns or broken bones, or if you are suddenly seriously ill such as suspected heart attack, stroke,...

The website www.moetiknaardedokter.be can be a helpful tool to make the right choice.