The interdisciplinary RCT approach
An interdisciplinary approach is the key to the rehabilitation of torture victims. Doctors, psychologists, physiotherapists and social workers at RCT work closely together to help patients.
Physiotherapy
For years many torture survivors have widespread symptoms of
musculoskeletal disorders like profound chronic pain and an
impaired functioning. The goal of the rehabilitation is to ensure
that the patient is able to cope with chronic pain and to assist
them in becoming more physically active. Through the treatment they
will be helped to cope with everyday activities. Treatment consists
among other things in teaching body awareness, physical exercises,
manual therapy of muscles and joints as well as purchasing
assistive technology.
Social Counselling
Patient /family social issues are identified and, in collaboration
with social workers in the municipality, business and educational
opportunities or other activities aimed at integration into Danish
society will be pursued. In families with children, school teachers
and or daycare staff will be involved to create the best conditions
possible for the family.
Medical treatment
Many torture survivors suffer from chronic pain, sleep problems and
depression. In addition there are often symptoms from different
parts of the body, such as eyes, ears, mouth, gastrointestinal
tract or urinary tract.
Psychotherapy
Through psychotherapeutic treatment torture survivors will be
provided an opportunity to process the mental issues after torture
and the losses that often comes with it. The goal is to reduce the
crippling impact and help the patient to obtain an active life.
Other important goals are to support the patients´ ability to
engage in social life and work more actively in relation to family
and surroundings.
Communication among health professionals and clients is ensured
by highly qualified interpreters.
RCT also offers family therapy and group psychotherapy and
psychoeducation.