It is relatively straightforward to determine in advance whether treatment with IMF NeuroRehab is suitable:
- The clinic's assessment is ASIA B, C, or D. In this case, the nerve damage is not complete, and there is a good chance of being eligible for IMF NeuroRehab.
- The surgeon informs you that a small portion of the spinal cord, though not usable in daily life, was preserved during surgery. This increases the likelihood that sufficient nerve signals are present to proceed with IMF NeuroRehab.
- You are able to contract muscles using TENS devices. This may indicate sufficient nerve conduction for therapy. Muscle contraction can only occur if there is a certain residual connection between the brain and muscle structure. In this case, IMF NeuroRehab is a viable option.
Conclusion
Even if your injury is classified as ASIA A, it does not necessarily mean all nerve structures are destroyed. Often, small nerve strands remain intact that cannot be utilized in daily life but can be measured using a surface electromyogram. These residual signals can form the basis for ongoing treatment with IMF NeuroRehab.
When is IMF NeuroRehab not possible or very difficult to apply?
If there has been a complete pathological severance of the spinal cord, there are typically insufficient signals to continue treatment with IMF NeuroRehab.
General Rules
- The milder the injury, the easier functional recovery becomes.
- The more severe the injury, the more challenging and prolonged the functional recovery process will be.
