The purpose of MNRI is to strengthen the entire nervous system through the process of primary motor reflex patterns regardless of the person’s condition or age. Principles of neuroplasticity are applied and do work across the spectrum of age and condition. MNRI work has the potential to improve general functioning of all who do them.
Yes. I feel it is important to impower clients, parents, and caregivers with ways they can utilize basic MNRI techniques in their daily routines to maximize benefits and improve outcomes.
Frequency is often decided as a team with considerations taken into account for client and family needs. Intensity is more of a focus with longer sessions and time periods encouraged to assist clients with really making new neural connections and regulating the system better. Each client is unique, but it is like training for a race. The more work you put in and regularly, the faster you will be ready for the challenge.
Cancellations should be made no less than 36 hours before the scheduled appointment to allow for rebooking and adjustments to therapist schedule. If you or your child gets sick within that time frame, please follow guidelines in policy and contact your therapist as soon as possible to reschedule. We will do our best to accommodate for this.
The benefits of multiday sessions or intensives are multifold. Intensive sessions can and do produce faster results than sessions that are done in short intervals weekly. The immersive nature and repetitions of work prevent loss of momentum and provides the opportunity for repeated stimulation that is required for neural rewiring. This also allows the client to learn how to immediately apply newly learned skills into activities. These intensives also allow for repeated caregiver training and opportunities to practice techniques before returning to daily routines.
Depending on the length of the intensive, intensives are recommended at 3-4x a year with goal on again empowering family and caregiving team to work together on a home plan. Each case is different however and should be evaluated together to determine frequency.
Positive changes can be noted in the first session however, the severity of neurologic disorder or condition will impact the speed at which skills are attained, and stability is seen in positive responses.
Yes. Adults benefit from MNRI techniques. I use them regularly to help with managing back pain, stress, and overall health.
In the current practice location, the only limitation on size and age is for young adults/adults and adolescences with a history of physical aggression and/or self-harming behaviors. This is due to the location and the lack of ability to call for assist and obtain it quickly in the event of meltdowns. Safety for everyone must be taken into consideration. If you do not know if you will be disqualified, please set up a free consultation or email info@Kristystamper.com and we will be happy to talk with you.