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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Physical Therapy
    • Rehabilitation Medicine

    Background:

    • Conventional treatments for upper motor neuron lesions often yield limited success in restoring voluntary movement.
    • Flaccid paralysis following upper motor neuron lesions presents significant challenges in patient rehabilitation.
    • Post-graduation, clinicians often explore alternative therapeutic modalities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate the efficacy of Spinal Reflex Incentive (SRI) therapy.
    • To demonstrate the potential of SRI to restore voluntary movement in patients with flaccid paralysis.
    • To provide an alternative treatment approach for upper motor neuron lesions.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing Spinal Reflex Incentive (SRI) as a therapeutic intervention.
    • Application of SRI over an eight-year period in clinical practice.
    • Focusing on patients with flaccid paralysis secondary to upper motor neuron lesions.

    Main Results:

    • Successful restoration of voluntary movement observed in patients treated with SRI.
    • Consistent positive outcomes reported over an eight-year period of SRI application.
    • SRI demonstrates effectiveness in addressing flaccid paralysis.

    Conclusions:

    • Spinal Reflex Incentive (SRI) therapy is a successful method for treating flaccid paralysis.
    • SRI offers a viable alternative for improving motor function after upper motor neuron lesions.
    • Clinical experience supports the long-term effectiveness of SRI in neurorehabilitation.