{"meta":{"humanUrl":"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/clinics/country=thailand/procedure=neurorrhaphy/","canonicalUrl":"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/clinics/country=thailand/procedure=neurorrhaphy/","jsonUrl":"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/clinics/country=thailand/procedure=neurorrhaphy/data.json","title":"Neurorrhaphy in Thailand 2026: Cost, Clinics & Reviews","description":"Neurorrhaphy in Thailand costs from $3,600. Compare 1 , verified reviews. 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It specializes in post-stroke and neurological rehabilitation, with care built around PM&amp;R (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) physician oversight, 24-hour nursing, intensive individualized physiotherapy, and progress tracking with the Barthel Index.</p><p>The network operates 9 branches across the Bangkok metropolitan area, including a branch at Jin Wellbeing County (Rangsit) inside an AACI-accredited hospital building, and has cared for more than 5,000 families.</p>","text_type":"short_description","agency_settings":[{"setting_name":"is_new","setting_value":"0"},{"setting_name":"kids_only","setting_value":"0"}],"reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":7499,"alias":"sanpiti-rehabilitation-center","name":"Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center","short_description":"<p>Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center is a hospital-based inpatient stroke and neurorehabilitation network based in Bangkok, Thailand, founded in December 2020. 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My coordinator, Veronica, was absolutely amazing, providing 100% full support from the very first message I sent. Every single question I had about my CT of the paranasal sinuses was answered, and the replies were always very, very fast. This responsiveness made the entire process feel well-managed and clear. Everything was straightforward. I am now in early recovery, and the service provided by the coordinator, the staff, and the clinic itself was consistently good from start to finish."},"order":{"diagnostic":{"id":490,"name":{"en":"CT of the paranasal sinuses"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":6116,"name":"Intrarat Hospital","alias":"intrarat-hospital","flags":[{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true},{"name":"is_hide","value":false}]},"created_at":"2026-09-19T08:23:54.473+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"would_recommend","value":false},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":true}],"client_response":{"what_like_text":{"en":"My cordinator Veronica absolutely amazing 100% full support from 1st message , every question i asked was answered and very very fast reply"}},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"My coordinator, Veronica, was absolutely amazing, providing 100% full support from the very first message I sent."}}},{"id":3289,"user":{"id":54381,"name":"Mumtaz Ali ","country_code":"PK"},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":4},{"name":"coordination","value":5},{"name":"doctor","value":5},{"name":"manager","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":4},{"name":"translation","value":5},{"name":"relative_price","value":2}],"text":{"en":"For my Lower spine problem I choosen Burmurgrad and Im  happy  on my selection. I found evry thing in order and hospital really maintaining  international standard. My Doctor Mr Yodruk is very good Neuro doctor and he always attended me with very kind. My all prayers always with him. All other staff also very kind and cooperative. Hospital is so clean looks a 5 * hotel."},"order":{"operation":{"id":74,"name":{"en":"Discectomy"}},"illness":{"id":42,"name":{"en":"Herniated disk"}},"diagnostic":{"id":6,"name":{"en":"MRI of one area"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":250,"name":"Bumrungrad International Hospital","alias":"bumrungrad-international-hospital","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":false}]},"created_at":"2019-03-21T14:44:04.000+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":false},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":true},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false},{"name":"deactivated_clinic","value":false}],"images":[{"full_url":"review/5c93a6956a8c3_b.jpeg","preview_url":"review/5c93a6956a8c3_s.jpeg"},{"full_url":"review/5c93a6985e643_b.jpeg","preview_url":"review/5c93a6985e643_s.jpeg"}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"\"I'm happy on my selection.\""}}},{"id":4276,"user":{"id":22378,"name":"Natasha Mar ","country_code":"FJ"},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":0},{"name":"coordination","value":0},{"name":"doctor","value":0},{"name":"manager","value":5},{"name":"personal","value":0},{"name":"translation","value":0},{"name":"relative_price","value":0}],"text":{"en":"Very. Very satisfied. With the doctors and nurses. 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Return: About the doctor, About the clinic, About the results, About the experience, Most positive sentence."}}},{"id":25155,"user":{"id":1020596,"name":"Oliver Churchill","country_code":"AU"},"ratings":[{"name":"main","value":5},{"name":"consultation_arrangement","value":5},{"name":"consultation_duration","value":5},{"name":"relative_price","value":1},{"name":"nps","value":9},{"name":"manager","value":5},{"name":"comfort","value":0},{"name":"doctor","value":0},{"name":"personal","value":0},{"name":"translation","value":0}],"text":{"en":"The fact you can get a consultation quickly and professionally is amazing"},"order":{"operation":{"id":74,"name":{"en":"Discectomy"}},"illness":{"id":42,"name":{"en":"Herniated disk"}},"diagnostic":{"id":455,"name":{"en":"Brain MRI"}}},"clinic_info":{"id":6116,"name":"Intrarat Hospital","alias":"intrarat-hospital","flags":[{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true},{"name":"is_hide","value":false}]},"created_at":"2026-05-10T06:06:41.635+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":true},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":false},{"name":"coordinator_mentioned","value":false}],"client_response":{"preview_to_review_text":{"en":"The fact you can get a consultation quickly and professionally is amazing"},"what_like_text":{"en":"Professional and personal treatment"},"what_not_like_text":{"en":"The care given by all staff"}},"summary":{"positive":{"en":"The fact you can get a consultation quickly and professionally is amazing"}}}],"meta":{"total_count":9,"total_pages":1}},"offers":{"cards":[],"metadata":{"total_count":0}},"listingTexts":{"entity_texts":{"txt_price":{"text":"<p>Neurorrhaphy in Thailand is estimated to cost from _op_885_price_from_ to _op_885_price_to_. The final bill depends on the injured nerve, repair complexity, hospital type, anesthesia, and inpatient care. In the US, this procedure costs _price_compare_US_average_ on average. A listed Bangkok rehabilitation package includes physiotherapy, neurorrhaphy, and a neurologist consultation; accommodation and transfers are excluded. 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That\"s why all the data presented on the platform is collected, edited, reviewed, and updated regularly by our patients, our partner clinics in Thailand, and our team, including the Bookimed Medical Advisory Board, which consists of the world-renowned doctors with value expertise over 20 years of practice, and a positive reputation. Learn more <a href=\"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/about/\">about us and our mission</a>.</p>\n<p>In case you find any mistake or have any questions on the information presented on Bookimed.com, please feel free to contact us at <a href=\"mailto:marketing@bookimed.com\">marketing@bookimed.com</a>.</p>"},"how_it_works":{"text":"<p>Bookimed is free for patients – clinics pay us a commission, and you pay the clinic its own price with <a href=\"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/page/what-you-can-expect-from-bookimed/\">no markup</a>. 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A $200 or €200 deposit paid through Bookimed comes off your clinic bill and is <a href=\"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/page/payment-and-deposit-terms/\">refundable</a> up to 10 calendar days before your visit. 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Read the reviews, not only the score, because one score mixes the doctor, the room, the translation, and the trip.</p><p><a href=\"https://us-uk.bookimed.com/page/reviews-comments-policy/\">How Bookimed verifies reviews</a></p></div>","updated_at":"2026-11-04T01:55:34.000+00:00"},"best_for":{"text":"Post-surgical neurological rehabilitation with exoskeleton-assisted training","updated_at":"2026-11-05T19:16:33.000+00:00"},"txt_timeline":{"text":"<p>You can usually fly home 10–14 days after surgery, after a wound check and suture removal, with your surgeon's approval. Time off work is often 2–9 weeks, depending on the nerve, your dominant limb, and job demands. You can usually resume strenuous or resisted exercise gradually after 8–16 weeks, depending on your nerve and surgeon's protocol. The final result may take 12–36 months, and recovery is often incomplete.</p><ol><li><h3>Weeks 0–3</h3><p>Keep your limb elevated in a splint while the wound heals, and avoid lifting or stretching. After a wound check and suture removal, you may fly home at 10–14 days with your surgeon's approval.</p></li><li><h3>Weeks 3–6</h3><p>Therapist-guided protected movement begins, with care for swelling and scar tissue. Avoid forceful stretching of the repair and heavy use of your limb.</p></li><li><h3>Months 2–4</h3><p>You may begin gradual strengthening and sensory re-education, or practice noticing and interpreting sensations, as the nerve regenerates. Avoid heavy resistance until your surgeon clears it.</p></li><li><h3>Months 4–24+</h3><p>Nerve fibers continue regrowing at about 1 mm per day, and function may improve gradually. The outcome depends on the nerve, your age, and the distance to its target.</p></li></ol><p><strong>When to contact your clinic:</strong> Contact your clinic if the wound becomes red, hot, or starts draining, or if sudden pain or swelling comes with a popping sensation. Seek advice for new or worsening weakness or numbness. For chest pain or sudden breathlessness after a long flight, seek emergency help locally.</p>","updated_at":"2026-11-06T22:46:57.000+00:00"},"travel_text":{"text":"<p>Plan to stay in Thailand for 10–14 days, including up to 1 night in hospital, after the procedure and before flying home. US and UK passport holders can stay without a visa for up to 30 days.</p>\n<table>\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th scope=\"col\">When</th>\n      <th scope=\"col\">What happens</th>\n    </tr>\n  </thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Before the procedure</td>\n      <td>Arrival, consultation and agreed tests</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>10–14 days after</td>\n      <td>First check-up</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>10–14 days after</td>\n      <td>Second check-up</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>10–14 days after</td>\n      <td>Flight home</td>\n    </tr>\n  </tbody>\n</table>\n<h3>Before you fly</h3>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Visa.</strong> US and UK passport holders can stay without a visa for up to 30 days. For medical treatment, Thailand has a medical-treatment visa, and the clinic or hospital issues an appointment letter. Travelers entering Thailand must complete a Thailand Digital Arrival Card. US travelers must complete pre-arrival online registration.</li>\n  <li><strong>Passport.</strong> US passport holders are strongly recommended to have a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival. UK passports must expire at least six months after arrival and have at least one blank page.</li>\n  <li><strong>Medicines.</strong> US travelers should carry prescription medication in its original packaging with the doctor's prescription and check with Thai Customs and the Thailand Food and Drug Administration that it is legal in Thailand. Hospitals and pharmacies across Thailand will usually accept UK prescriptions. Some UK medicines have different legal status or regulation abroad.</li>\n  <li><strong>Hand luggage.</strong> Bring the injury or operative report, photos of the wound and affected limb, available MRI or ultrasound scans, available nerve conduction study or EMG reports, and hand or limb motor and sensation exam notes.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Getting there and staying</h3>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Airports.</strong> Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is 25 km from downtown Bangkok. Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is 23 km from the Grand Palace.</li>\n  <li><strong>Flight time.</strong> Bangkok is about 9,600 km from London, with about 11–12 hours of flying time. It is about 13,900 km from New York, with about 16–17 hours of flying time. A connection adds time.</li>\n  <li><strong>Emergency.</strong> In a medical emergency, call 191 and ask for an ambulance.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>When to go</h3>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Weather.</strong> Bangkok's average daytime highs are about 31 °C in September–January and about 35 °C in April–May. May–October are the wettest months, with 100 mm of rain or more.</li>\n  <li><strong>Season.</strong> November through February is drier and less hot, making it a better time for a recovery trip. April through October is hotter or brings heavy rain, which can make travel harder.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Insurance and changes</h3>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Health insurance.</strong> US Medicare and Medicaid do not apply overseas. US travelers should check that their health insurance covers care abroad. UK travelers cannot use a UK GHIC or EHIC in Thailand.</li>\n  <li><strong>Hospital payment.</strong> Hospitals and doctors require payment up front before service or admission. 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