Archive 2017
The CRR wishes you all the best for the festive season
« When illuminating your fellow's existence you brighten your own one. »
Maria Fontaine
Maria Fontaine
Testimony of a former patient of the CRR
Former race manager of the Club Alpin Suisse, Hubert Blanchard lost one of his legs in an avalanche in January 2016.
The CRR opens its doors
On the 20th and 21st of October, come and discover the Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR) and its antenna of the EPFL from the inside.
The « first edition » of the 'Caravane FM' (radioprogramme) at the CRR
Discover the new programme broadcasted by the the RTS, Caravane FM, Wednesday the 11th of October 2017, at 20h10 on RTS1.
Testimony of a patient of the CRR
Victim of a motorbike accident in August last year, the chief of the local police in Conthey had to have his left leg amputated.
The CRR hosts the 'Jeux Intercentres de paraplégie' (Paraglegic Intercentre Games).
Thursday 5th of October 2017, the Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR) is pleased to host the 21st edition of the « Jeux Intercentres » of paraplegia.
Prepare your winter season
Are you a lover of skiing, ski mountaineering, or simply worried about your level of physical fitness?
What are the rewards regarding disabled sporting activities ?
Come and discover the programme « Vacarme » broadcasted by the RTS-la 1ère dedicated to sports for the disabled : can these athletes earn a living from this? are sponsors interested in these athletes ? what about the media ? what are the rewards ?
A professional offre open to all
The sports medicine department of the Clinique romande de réadaptation is a centre doted with the competences and an infrastructure required to supply a global medico-sporting service.
A high level of activity for the CRR in 2016
The CRR was host to 1'411 patients for a totsl of 50’902 days of hospilatization, accounting for a level of occupation amounting to 95.9%. In addition to this, we provided care for 7'812 out-patients, a new record since the clinic's openning.
The CRR congratulates Helios Basket
A 6th national title in 6 years ! what a great perormance by this local club, after a season of extremes.
ParaRomandie : a « first » success !
The 1st paraplegic meeting in the French speaking part of Switzerland organised by the Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR) last Saturday, was a great success. Around 500 visitors were present for the round tables, to visit the specialised stands, to watch sporting demonstrations and...
Reeducation yesterday and today
At just a few days away from the 1st edition of ParaRomandie, the Nouvelliste met two people who will talk this Saturday at the CRR.
Become a volunterr at the CRR
Do you have certain compentences to share ? The Clinique romande de réadaptation proposes that you offer them to its patients.
A unique event at the CRR
On Saturday the 13th of May 2017, the Clinique romande de réadaptation is organising,for the first time in the French speaking part of Switzerland, a special day devoted to wheelchair use.
The CRR in the place of honour at the 3rd Arkathon
The jury's « coup de cœur » prize for a project run by the CRR.
Soirée « Concerts et Spectacles » à la CRR
L’Association Porte-Bonheur et la Fondation Enfants Papillon présentent une soirée spéciale de Concerts et Spectacles
A week to get to know your brain better
On the occasion of a week especially devoted to brain function, four public conferences take place from the 13th to the 16th of March 2017, at the Clinique romande de réadaptation in Sion.
A Smartphone as a sports coach ?
The number of fitness apps available on smartphones has exploded. These apps are full of promises to help you lose weight and gain muscle with just a few minutes of sport per day. But is it really the best way to practice a physical activity?
Rehabilitation after a stroke or brain trauma
One of the Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR)'s main missionsis to improve recuperation in patients having suffered from a stroke or brain trauma.
Amputee and triathlete
To be an amputee and take part in triathlon, it IS possible. Jean-Philippe Delacoste (48 years), has continued to experience his passion for sport as a para-triathlete.
The CRR-Association Suisse de Foot partnership renewed
The Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR) and the Association Suisse de Football (ASF) have renewed their medico-sports partnership regarding Swiss elite football referees, for a duration of 5 years.
Professional coaches for amateur athletes
More and more amateur athletes seek advice from professional trainers to optimize their training sessions, and to improve their performance.
Come and discover the new EPFL-Valais research chair at the CRR
The program CQFD broadcasted by the RTS la 1ère reports on the development of a research chair by the EPFL-Valais in the field of clinical neuro-engineering, located in the Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR). With the development of this new division, the Valais is becoming a flagship in the...
The CRR supports ski handicap
As a rehabilitation clinic specialized in paraglegia and neurology and especially for amputees, the Clinique romande de réadaptation (CRR) contributes in a number of ways to the promotion of sporting activities for people with physical disabilities.
Interview with Dr Xavier Jordan
After two years as head of the paraplegic department of the CRR, the magazine l’Association Suisse de Paraplégie met Dr Xavier Jordan.