PHYSIOTHERAPY INTERN

PHYSIOTHERAPY INTERNSHIP

.NeuroRestore is a research and innovation center spanning EPFL and the University Hospital of Lausanne (CHUV) that develops and applies medical therapies aimed to restore neurological functions. We integrate implantable neurotechnologies with innovative treatments developed through rigorous preclinical and clinical studies.
These developments have led to breakthroughs for the treatment of paraplegia, tetraplegia, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and traumatic brain injuries. By working with our network of vibrant high-tech start-ups and established medical technology companies, we are committed to validate our medical therapy concepts and see them used every day in rehabilitation clinics worldwide.

What you will learn:

  • Acquire practical skills in neurological rehabilitation, especially with participants with Spinal cord injury or Parkinson’s disease

  • Contribute to ongoing research projects and understand clinical protocols.

  • Participate in various therapies by assisting in the development of targeted exercises, as well as in patient assessments and progress monitoring.

  • Use various specialized rehabilitation equipment, such as electrical stimulation systems, body weight support and treadmill.

  • Develop professional skills, including patient communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical documentation management.

Preferred skills:

  • Physiotherapy student (Bachelor or Master)

  • Fluent in English (French is a plus)

  • Solid neurological knowledge

  • Basic knowledge about research principles

Location:

Lausanne (Switzerland), where you will work within a small team of physiotherapists in collaboration with many passionate researchers and engineers.

Duration: Flexible (minimum 1 month), not paid.

Contact: Nadine Intering: nadine.intering@chuv.ch

Jimmy Ravier