Neuro-orthopaedics · Graz

Neuro-orthopaedic consultation for children — interdisciplinary and at the highest level

Dr Martin Švehlík coordinates the whole treatment plan for your child together with our therapy team — gait analysis, assistive devices, preparation for botulinum toxin and support around surgery. All in one place.

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Advice for children and families on neuro-orthopaedic therapy and care at HOME4MOTION

Our approach

Interdisciplinary neuro-orthopaedics at the highest level

At Neuro-orthopaedics, Dr Martin Švehlík (consultant orthopaedic surgeon, specialised in neuro-orthopaedics) and the HOME4MOTION Kids therapy team work hand in hand. Together they develop an overall plan that takes every aspect of the condition into account. The individual therapy plan contains not only therapy goals but also recommendations on assistive devices, orthoses, botulinum toxin therapy and, where necessary, surgery. All coordinated, all from one place.

Good neuro-orthopaedics is not a single event — it is an ongoing conversation between doctor, therapists, child and parents.

Neuro-orthopaedics services

What Neuro-orthopaedics covers

Specialist advice, assessment and interdisciplinary therapy planning.

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3D gait analysis

Computer-assisted gait analysis makes gait pathology visible and measurable — the basis for planning therapy and surgery.

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Orthotic provision

Ankle-foot orthoses (AFO), knee orthoses, trunk orthoses — advice, prescription and follow-up.

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Preparing for botulinum toxin

Planning and coordinating botulinum toxin therapy with intensive therapy afterwards, for the best possible effect.

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Support around surgery

Tendon lengthening, hip surgery, selective dorsal rhizotomy — Dr Švehlík plans and accompanies each step in close consultation.

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One overall therapy plan

Everything in a single plan: therapy, assistive devices, school, everyday life.

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Coordination with physiotherapy

Neuro-orthopaedics is not a one-off appointment — it means doctor and therapists working together continuously.

Our equipment and methods

These modern devices and methods are waiting for you

In our neuro-orthopaedic consultations we support families with every question around development, movement and provision — including beyond the therapy itself.

Clinical movement analysis to assess posture and gait pattern

Klinische Bewegungsanalyse

Dr. Švehlík analysiert das Gangbild und die Motorik Ihres Kindes systematisch – welche Gelenke, Muskeln und Nerven betroffen sind und welche Interventionen den größten Nutzen bringen.

The interdisciplinary team discussing individual therapy goals and treatment planning

Interdisziplinäre Therapieplanung

Dr. Švehlík bespricht gemeinsam mit dem Physiotherapie-, Ergotherapie- und Logopädie-Team was Ihr Kind braucht – ein abgestimmter Plan der alle Bereiche berücksichtigt.

Medical consultation on surgery and follow-up in a therapy setting

OP-Beratung & Verlaufskontrolle

Bei Bedarf berät Dr. Švehlík zu operativen Möglichkeiten – und begleitet Ihr Kind vor und nach einer Operation mit gezielter Therapie für das bestmögliche Ergebnis.

Martin Švehlík, PhD, Priv. Doz. Dr. Bc.

Neuro-orthopaedic consultant

Our therapists

Specialised. Experienced. Here for you.

Priv. Doz. Dr. Bc. Martin Švehlík PhD brings more than 15 years of experience in the neuro-orthopaedic treatment of neurological patients. As part of our team he also knows every client through the eyes of the therapists — an advantage no external consultant practice can offer. At our consultations we look at your child as a whole, from both a therapeutic and a medical point of view. Together with experienced consultants and therapists we plan the best possible support. Decisions are based on current evidence, on experience and on your child's individual needs. Every step is explained clearly and agreed together. The result is a clear, sound therapy plan for the way ahead.

For your child — interdisciplinary and at the highest level.

A free initial consultation — Dr Švehlík and our team look forward to meeting you.

Request an appointment 📞 +43 (0) 507 400

Free & without obligation · Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00

Why Neuro-orthopaedics

Doctor and therapists — together for your child

Nowhere else do neuro-orthopaedics and therapy work as closely together as at HOME4MOTION Kids. That is what makes the decisive difference.

Free & without obligation

Information session

Get to know us — with no obligation, in person or by phone.

About 90 minutes

First appointment & assessment

Video analysis and movement tests, then an individual therapy plan.

100% individual

Your personal therapy

Regular sessions, adjusted as you go, with a closing assessment.

📋 How therapy works → ❓ Frequently asked questions →

A look inside our therapy

See how we work

Real moments from our everyday work with children.

A child during a movement coordination exercise

A child and therapist in one-to-one therapy

A view into a therapy room at HOME4MOTION Kids

A child reaches for a hoop while a therapist supports the leg; a therapy device with a screen alongside

A child holding a certificate between two therapists in front of a climbing wall

A child points at a magnetic picture board on the wall next to a climbing wall

A therapist supports a child standing at a therapy device with a screen

A child stands in a standing frame and works at a table top

A therapist sets up an arm splint while a child sits alongside

A child in a gait trainer with a safety harness reaches for an object above head height

A child places colourful climbing holds on a wooden wall

A child stretches for a climbing hold mounted high up

A child walks with a safety harness on a ceiling rail system, using a walking frame

Kind mit zwei Therapeutinnen probiert zu gehen

Kleine Patient mit der Therapeutin werfen Bälle

Kind mit der Therapeutin üben gehen schnell

Kind am Kletterwand und Therapeutin unterstützt

Kind mit Therapeutin spielen ein Spiel am Wand

Kind steht mit Martin und neben steht seinen Rollstuhl

Lorenz mit dem Patient, der hängt Urkunde

Martina übt mit dem Kind am Pablo Sensor

Kind macht Übungen mit Pablo Sensor und Bildschirm mit speziellen Programm läuft

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Was Sie wissen möchten

What exactly does Dr Švehlík do at Neuro-orthopaedics?▾

Dr Martin Švehlík is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon specialising in neuro-orthopaedics in children. He carries out gait analyses, plans the provision of assistive devices and orthoses, coordinates botulinum toxin therapy and, where necessary, plans surgery. He works closely with our physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy team.

What is a gait analysis, and what does it give our child?▾

A 3D gait analysis measures joint angles, forces and muscle activity during walking, using cameras, force plates and electrodes. The result shows precisely which muscles are working too hard or too little, and where intervention will achieve most. It is the basis for precise planning of therapy and of any surgery.

From what age does botulinum toxin make sense for children with cerebral palsy?▾

Botulinum toxin in cerebral palsy is usually used from the age of two to three, when spasticity is holding back the development of movement or contractures are a risk. Dr Švehlík makes the decision together with the therapy team and the parents. What is decisive: intensive therapy must follow immediately afterwards for the best effect.

When does surgery make sense in cerebral palsy or spina bifida?▾

Surgery makes sense when conservative therapy is not enough: with severe contractures, hip dislocation, scoliosis, or where tendon lengthening would clearly improve the quality of walking. Dr Švehlík decides on the evidence, using gait analysis data, and together with the family.

Do you have questions?

Get to know us in a free information session — in person, by phone or online.

Request an appointment 📞 +43 (0) 507 400

Free & without obligation · Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00