Tuscany Region Prioritizes Integrated Rehabilitation Care for neuromotor conditions
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ETRUSCAN VALLEYS, Italy – January 17, 2026
Over one hundred healthcare professionals, association representatives, and citizens gathered at the “Eduardo De Filippo” municipal theatre in Cecina to discuss “the treatment system for motor pathologies,” signaling a strong regional interest in improving care for those with neuromotor conditions. The event underscored the critical need for a unified system that prioritizes rehabilitation as a lifelong right.
A Call for Integrated Care Across Tuscany
How can fragmented healthcare approaches be overcome to provide better support for individuals with motor disabilities? the meeting participants emphasized the necessity of bridging gaps between hospitals, community services, and social support networks. A key takeaway was the recognition that effective rehabilitation isn’t just about medical intervention; its about a holistic approach that addresses the individual’s entire life and well-being.
- Collaboration between local authorities, healthcare systems, and associations is vital.
- Rehabilitation should be recognized as a fundamental right throughout life.
- Strengthening integration between hospital, territory, and social services is crucial.
- The perspectives of patients and caregivers must be central to treatment plans.
The morning session, moderated by vincenza Zagaria, coordinator of the Participation Committee of the Etruscan Valleys and president of the Vita Autonomous BVC Association, featured opening remarks from Cecina Mayor Lia Burgalassi and federico Posteraro, head of the Northern Homogeneous Functional Area of the Rehabilitation Department. Greetings were also shared on behalf of Sandra Scarpellini, president of the Valli Etrusche Health Society, and Giacomo Corsini, health director of the North West Tuscany USL company, who was unable to attend.
Discussions throughout the day focused on models of care, potential innovations, and the importance of patient-centered treatment. Experts and association representatives, including physiotherapists, shared insights and concrete contributions to improve existing systems.
regional Leaders Pledge Support for Rehabilitation Services
A notably productive round table discussion included Alberto Zanobini, manager of the Inclusion and Accessibility Sector of the Tuscany Region; Monica Marini, manager of the Territorial Health Care Sector and coordination of the planning processes of the Health, Welfare and Social Cohesion Directorate of the Tuscany Region; Federico Posteraro; Roberto Poggi, for the department of Technical health Professions of Rehabilitation and Prevention; Vincenza Zagaria; Elena Menichini, president of Confindustria Medical Devices – Aids Association; and Vito D’Aloisio, president of the Habilia Association. Regional representatives expressed recognition for the collaborative process and committed to integrating proposals into regional planning.
“Today represents a moment of shared reflection with the associations and all involved parties, with a view to real and qualified participation in the path that will lead to the definition of the new Integrated Health Program,” underlined Laura Brizzi, director of the area and of the Valli Etrusche Health Society. “The discussion that has developed, rich in content and proposals, will not remain isolated, but will flow into the zonal planning of the Health Society, contributing to building policies and services that are increasingly responsive to needs expressed by people and communities.”
The event reaffirmed the commitment of the Società della Salute Valli Etrusche and the Local Health Authority of North West Tuscany to promoting inclusive, continuous, and network-driven healthcare, emphasizing that collaborative efforts are essential to ensuring quality of life, autonomy, and rights for individuals with neuromotor disabilities.
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