Rehabilitation

Gaza hostages have returned from captivity, but still face fights over govt. rehabilitation support

Three years after October 7, former hostages describe continuing struggles with housing, sleep and family trauma, as questions emerge over funding allocated for long-term support.

Released hostages during a Lehoshit Yad event.
JGive founder and CEO Ori Ben Shlomo.

Nearly three years after Oct. 7, Israeli donations keep climbing as philanthropy shifts to recovery

The 19 participants of the first Oz VeRuach cohort achieved a 100% employment rate in hi-tech companies. The program is now looking to expand. PremiumPremium

Don't leave any wounded behind': program helping veterans find work expands to 500

A woman draws her bow at a Warriors of Israel event.

Warriors of Israel rebrands as over 90,000 wounded Israeli veterans need lifelong care, community


Innovative treatments for phantom limb pain: Israel's approach to cutting-edge rehabilitation

Amidst the challenges of war and high rates of amputation, Israeli researchers and institutions are leading the way in innovative treatments for phantom limb pain (PLP).

The 6Degrees wearable ‘MyMove’ plus into treatment increases patient motivation and allows real-time results and provides the therapist with daily updates on changes in parameters (speed, range, and angles) for each patient.”

He fought for the chance to fight: A combat medic's story

‘We have only one Israel – I am proud to fight for it.’

 IDF soldier operates in the Gaza Strip.

Robots in rehabilitation: Enhancing physiotherapy with socially assistive robots

Socially assistive robots (SARs) are transforming physiotherapy for post-stroke patients, significantly improving rehabilitation outcomes by providing consistent, encouraging guidance and interaction.

 A PATIENT undergoes physiotherapy treatment combined with innovative technology.

Reuth TLV Rehabilitation Hospital Building Israel’s cares for those who sacrificed everything

With unprecedented numbers of wounded since Oct. 7, Reuth TLV has become the forefront of rehabilitation, emphasizing the critical need for more resources and professionals in this vital field.

 AYAL YOUNG, the most seriously wounded member of Kibbutz Alumim’s civilian security squad on Oct. 7, at Reuth TLV Hospital.

Transforming boarding school counseling for Israel’s at-risk children - opinion

Israel's boarding schools play a crucial role in rehabilitating 6,500 at-risk children, yet the vital role of counselors remains undervalued and underpaid. Recognizing these counselors is crucial.

 COUNSELORS POSE at Kfar Nardim, a therapeutic village that serves as a warm home for children and youth-at-risk, aged six-18.

The journey to recovery at an idyllic rehabilitation center

Clinic Les Alpes, an exclusive rehabilitation center, offers relief for those dealing with substance abuse and behavioral addictions, as well as post-trauma.

 THE HISTORIC chateau is located in the Swiss Alps, above Lake Geneva.

Bar Mitzvah joy to battlefield bravery: The resilience of wounded IDF soldiers

Day after day, the wounded soldiers summon the emotional strength and fortitude to undergo rehabilitation.

 AN IDF soldier wounded in the Gaza ground invasion is brought to a Jerusalem hospital, Dec. 29, 2023.

Reuth Tel Aviv Rehabilitation Hospital CEO speaks at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York

"Rehabilitation in Israel is suffering from a severe shortage of beds." .

 Ido Sharir, CEO of Reuth Tel Aviv Rehabilitation Hospital, and Reuth's new Campus simulation

Released hostages to receive grants, monthly allowances and medical coverage

Approved: 2,000 NIS monthly stipend for former Hamas hostages, full disability rights, and medical treatment funding. 15 Knesset members supported the bill.

 Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, MK's and Ministers attend vote on the state budget at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, March 13, 2024.

It's time to focus on rehabilitating those wounded in Israel-Hamas war - opinion

The future rehabilitation campus, which will be the largest in Israel, will respond to the country’s growing rehabilitation needs, especially in light of the war and the thousands of victims.

 AN ARTIST’S rendering of the Reuth Tel Aviv Rehabilitation Hospital at the new campus in Sde Dov: The future campus, which will be the largest in Israel, will respond to the country’s growing rehabilitation needs, especially in light of the war, says the writer.