The NeuroGym Technologies approach to developing physical therapy equipment for individuals with neurological injuries/conditions was developed through a synthesis of research findings in human motor learning and motor control, biomechanics, physiology of exercise, and rehabilitation medicine.

Recent research in the movement sciences relates to how motor skills are acquired, how such skills are 'represented' in the brain and how motor skill learning can be enhanced. This research has resulted in a number of models of human motor control (e.g. neural networks, coordinative structures or synergies, action plans or motor programs). Despite differences between the models, one commonality is evident: the individual is viewed as an active participant in the learning process.

Researchers studying brain plasticity have also been providing a growing body of evidence to prove that the brain’s capable to relearn lost motor abilities is much greater than previously believed: even many years post-acute.

The NeuroGym® Techologies concept was developed as a practical implementation of these research findings. Some of these peer-reviewed journal references are provided below. A number of researchers are examining not only the clinical use of emerging data from the movement sciences (e.g. Langhammer, B. & Stanghelle, JK, 2000), but also the evidence base (or lack of evidence) of traditional approaches to neurorehabilitation (e.g. Lennon, S., 2001).

Evidence Based Therapy

Incorporating new evidence-based recommendations into current practice is a challenge facing rehabilitation professionals and long term care facility owners responsible for providing for the physical needs of their clients/residents.  This note provides the evidence-base for a line of practical tools and movement enablers designed for today’s rehabilitation setting. 

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