Abstract

There is evidence to suggest that there are many psychological factors that contribute to the functional improvements and other recoveries post stroke survival that significantly assist in rehabilitation Improvement. In this study it is expected that with heightened positive psychological states in patients Neurophysics Therapy is significantly effective in assisting the rehabilitate process in developing various forms of central nervous systems that have been impaired. The methodology specifically was based on a comparison design using pre-existing data on the patient‟s physical and psychological condition utilizing an evidence-based approach to post treatment with Neurophysics and psychological testing in determining the levels of improvement to physical functionality.

A case study on Ana who is a New York based medical practitioner who suffered a stroke in 2014. Ana‟s physical impairments were extreme impacting on her ability to use her right arm with major loss of her ability to use both her legs for any movement. As a result of her physical disability and loss of functioning, there was significant psychological trauma. Patient was diagnosed with PTSD, Depression and Anxiety. The medical prognosis was negative and encouraging Ana to live her life in a wheelchair. Despite all mainstream medical treatments from international practitioners, her condition deteriorated with very little improvement. There was significant measurable improvement to Ana‟s physical and psychological health with an extensive and very rigorous 5 week treatment program. The results showed a breakthrough in rehabilitation and major improvement to Ana‟s ability to walk assisted slightly and use the function of her hand moderately.

In Conclusion, this research shows evidence of positive outcomes for patients with stroke and PTSD incorporating an integrated Psycho-Physical approach involving Neurophysics therapy and intense psychological intervention as the preferred treatment.