Treatment · KG
Physiotherapy (Krankengymnastik)
Krankengymnastik (KG) is what most people simply call physical therapy: we find out which movements are difficult for you and work on making them safer and easier again.
- Duration
- 15–25 min
- On the prescription
KG- Statutory insurance
- yes, with a prescription
- Home visit
- possible
On this page
What it is
At your first visit we look at how you stand, walk and move, where things get stuck and what limits you in everyday life. From that we build a plan of active exercise, hands-on techniques and self-help advice.
The aim is that you can move more safely and independently. How quickly that happens varies a lot from person to person, so we agree on realistic steps instead of big promises.
Who it’s for
- after surgery, e.g. on the knee, hip or shoulder
- for back and neck problems
- after injuries such as torn ligaments or fractures
- for posture and movement problems
- if you feel unsteady when walking or have balance problems
Your doctor decides which treatment is right for you – we are happy to advise as well.
How a session goes
Talk & assessment
We ask about your symptoms, history and goals and test mobility, strength and balance.
Treatment
Active exercise, mobilisation and – where it makes sense – techniques to loosen tight muscles.
Exercises for home
You take 2–4 exercises home, as a printout with drawings if you like.
Check progress
We regularly review what has changed and adjust the plan. If the prescription asks for a therapy report, your doctor gets one at the end.
Duration & frequency
With statutory insurance a session is 15–25 minutes of actual treatment time. Allow about 30 minutes including getting changed.
Usually 6 sessions are prescribed, often 1–2 per week.
Do I need a prescription?
- Statutory insurance: yes, always. The prescription (Heilmittelverordnung) will say “KG” or “Krankengymnastik”.
- Private insurance: you usually need a doctor’s prescription (Privatrezept) to get reimbursed.
- No prescription: possible as a self-paying patient with our practice owner, who holds a limited practitioner licence for physiotherapy (sektoraler Heilpraktiker).
Prices for private patients & self-pay
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Initial assessment (once, approx. 20 min) | €22.00 |
| Physiotherapy, one-to-one (approx. 25 min) | €34.00 |
| Physiotherapy, extended (approx. 40 min) | €52.00 |
| Heat application (mud pack or hot air), add-on | €12.00 |
Prices in euros, as of 01/2026. Patients with German statutory insurance don’t pay these prices, only the legal co-payment. How much private insurance (or TRICARE / your US plan) reimburses depends on your policy – please check with your insurer. General information, not insurance advice.
Request physiotherapy
A few details, then a ready-made e-mail opens. We’ll get back to you with a suggested time.
Last updated: November 2026