Guttmann Institute

The Institut Guttmann is one of the world's most prestigious neurorehabilitation hospitals, founded in 1965 in Badalona near Barcelona, Spain. Named after Sir Ludwig Guttmann, the pioneer of spinal cord injury rehabilitation and founder of the Paralympic movement, the institute has 111 beds and is exclusively dedicated to the comprehensive rehabilitation of people with spinal cord injury, acquired brain injury, and other serious neurological conditions. The institute holds ISO 9001 and EFQM certifications and is recognized by the World Health Organization as a Collaborating Centre for neurorehabilitation. It consistently ranks among the top neurorehabilitation centers globally, known for its innovative treatment protocols, multidisciplinary approach, and exceptional patient outcomes. The spinal cord injury program provides acute care, intensive rehabilitation, and long-term follow-up for patients with paraplegia and tetraplegia, utilizing advanced robotics, functional electrical stimulation, and exoskeleton technology. The brain injury rehabilitation program addresses traumatic brain injury, stroke recovery, and post-surgical neurological rehabilitation with cognitive therapy, speech therapy, and adaptive technology integration. The rehabilitation department employs cutting-edge approaches including virtual reality therapy, brain-computer interfaces, neuromodulation, and robotic-assisted gait training. The neurology department manages complex neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and neuromuscular disorders. International patients benefit from the institute's globally recognized expertise, multilingual clinical team, Barcelona's accessibility, and comprehensive support for patients and families throughout the rehabilitation journey.