Intensive, team-based rehabilitation recognized worldwide
The International Center for Neurological Restoration (CIREN) in Havana is one of the world's leading centers for neurological rehabilitation. Its approach brings together a full team — neurologists, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists — who work with each patient intensively, using advanced treatments and biotechnology.
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Specialized programs for a broad range of conditions
CIREN's multidisciplinary model is applied across neurological conditions, each with its own dedicated clinical protocol and specialist team.
Stroke Rehabilitation
Intensive post-stroke motor, speech, and cognitive rehabilitation for patients in the subacute and chronic recovery phases.
Multiple Sclerosis
Multidisciplinary management addressing mobility, fatigue, and cognitive symptoms with neuroprotective support.
Ataxia & Movement Disorders
Targeted balance, coordination, and gait training for hereditary and acquired cerebellar ataxias.
Neuropathies
Rehabilitation for peripheral nerve injuries and polyneuropathies, including sensory and motor retraining.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Comprehensive cognitive and physical rehabilitation for patients recovering from moderate to severe TBI.
Autism Spectrum (Children)
Structured neurodevelopmental programs integrating sensory, behavioral, and family-centered therapies.
1989
CIREN founded — 35+ years of neurorehabilitation
4–6 hrs
Daily intensive therapy across disciplines
Thousands
International patients treated at CIREN
4–8 wks
Typical individualized program length
Therapeutic approach
A coordinated multidisciplinary regimen delivered intensively, tailored to each patient's diagnosis and goals.
Intensive Physical Therapy
Daily strength, gait, and balance training to restore functional mobility and reduce fall risk.
Occupational Therapy
Retraining in daily activities to maximize independence and safety at home.
Speech & Language Therapy
Intervention for communication, articulation, and swallowing difficulties.
Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Cognitive training addressing attention, memory, and executive function.
Psychological Support
Emotional care for patients and families adapting to neurological change.
Multidisciplinary Coordination
A single team of specialists working together under one coordinated plan.
Program structure
Analysis at CIREN, Havana
On-site comprehensive neurological assessment, laboratory tests, neuroimaging, and multidisciplinary evaluation to finalize the individualized treatment plan.
Treatment with NeuralCIM®
Three weeks of daily intensive multidisciplinary rehabilitation and NeuralCIM® neuroprotective therapy per the medical team's finalized plan, with on-site coordinator support.
A structured neurological restoration protocol
Each program is individualized based on diagnosis, neurological status, and rehabilitation goals — combining medical therapy with intensive multidisciplinary rehabilitation.
Comprehensive Neurological Assessment
A full multidisciplinary evaluation — neuroimaging (3T MRI), neurophysiological studies, laboratory work, and functional assessment — establishes a precise diagnosis and baseline for the individualized treatment plan.
Neuropsychological Evaluation
Standardized cognitive testing maps attention, memory, language, and executive function, identifying specific deficits to target during rehabilitation.
NeuralCIM® Neuroprotective Therapy
Where clinically indicated, Cuba's low-sialic-acid erythropoietin is administered in-hospital for its neurotrophic and neuroprotective properties, supporting neuronal survival and recovery.
Intensive Daily Rehabilitation
4–6 hours of daily therapy across physical, occupational, and speech-language disciplines, coordinated by a single team under one individualized plan.
Specialized Medical Management
Condition-specific pharmacological care, symptom management, and medical monitoring throughout the program, adjusted based on daily clinical assessment.
Psychological & Family Support
Emotional care for patients and families adapting to neurological change, with structured discharge planning and remote follow-up coordination.
Neurological restoration — questions
Back home in the USA — with ongoing telemedicine follow-up
After your four-week program in Havana, you return home with a structured care plan. Your Cuban medical team continues follow-up through weekly or monthly telemedicine consultations to observe status changes, monitor movement and cognition, and keep your recovery on track.
Return to the USA
Leave Havana with a structured discharge plan, full clinical reports for your US physician, and a clear home-continuation guide.
Weekly or monthly telemedicine
Scheduled remote check-ins with your Cuban medical team to review progress and adjust guidance over time.
Monitor status & movement
Ongoing observation of cognitive and motor status, tracking changes in movement, function, and quality of life.
Coordinated with your US physician
Clinical reports and follow-up notes shared with your doctor at home for seamless continuity of care.
Your patient journey
What to expect before, during, and after your treatment in Cuba.
Before You Arrive
Send your medical records for review. Our coordination team confirms eligibility, builds a personalized plan, and assists with visa and travel arrangements.
- Free remote medical records evaluation
- Visa and travel coordination
- Personalized treatment plan
During Treatment
Your stay generally follows a structured four-week program at one of our partner centers in Havana, with a dedicated coordinator supporting you at every appointment and procedure.
- Week 1 — medical evaluation, laboratory tests & diagnostic analyses
- Weeks 2–4 — personalized treatment per the medical team's final plan
- On-site coordinator support throughout your stay
Aftercare & Recovery
Continue your recovery with a structured discharge plan, follow-up coordination, and remote check-ins with your Cuban medical team once you return home.
- Structured discharge and care plan
- Follow-up appointment scheduling
- Remote check-ins with your team
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Our international patient coordinators are here to help you understand your options.