“At ADELI, we’ve found a whole team of excellent therapists, which is really quite rare,”explains Michael, the father, as to why the family ADELI Medical Center for extended rehabilitation stays for years.
In a serious car accident in 2016, Robert suffered a severe brain injury and spent a long time in a coma. During this period, his parents, Olga and Michael, and his wife, Svenja, became his voice, his emotional anchor, and the key expressions of his personality. Although the doctors could not offer a clear prognosis regarding Robert’s condition, the family closely monitored every new phase of his recovery. The effects were not always immediately apparent. But just as Robert awoke from his coma one day, he later began to speak and even recalled small details of his accident…
A central principle of neurorehabilitation is the ability of the brain and the central nervous system to adapt after injury, forming new neural connections and/or restructuring existing ones. For the past seven years, Robert has also been undergoing rehabilitation at ADELI Medical Center Piešťany. This has helped strengthen his muscles and improved his gait and stability. Even years later, the neural pathways remain adaptable. Daily promotion of neuroplasticity is essential for patients with spastic hemiparesis. After a severe brain injury, the central nervous system is damaged, many connections are severed, and plasticity must be activated through targeted training.
The therapeutic intervention at ADELI Medical Center of rehabilitation measures—specifically, a carefully structured therapy plan that combines a personalized mix of various approaches, such as neurophysiotherapy, occupational therapy, manual therapy, speech and cognitive training, along with relaxation techniques. The goal is to provide the brain with as many opportunities as possible to rebuild neural networks, ensuring that no opportunities are left unused. In short:
The goal is to coordinate the timing and content of rehabilitation in such a way that the brain’s natural ability to learn and adapt is maximized. It is important to note that Robert’s father, Michael, played a crucial role in helping Robert get back on his feet by “staying on top of things” with tireless energy and determination and taking his son to daily training sessions. His mother served as an excellent coach and motivational speaker, with the belief that one can only help oneself through one’s own actions at the center of her approach. “We celebrated constantly,” says mother Olga, describing the family’s attitude. Every step of progress, every improvement, was acknowledged and celebrated. Particular mention must be made of the dedication of the entire team of doctors and therapists at the Slovakian spa town of Piešťany.
This year presented a special challenge for Robert: trying out the CYBERDYNE exoskeleton. The goal is to ensure proper gait patterns so that the brain is reminded of previous movement patterns and takes on more control. Robert has spastic hemiparesis on the right side of his body. Several hours of daily training are necessary to counteract muscle spasms. His father, Michael, says, “The accident has brought the family closer together.” In addition, his parents have set up a website where they document Robert’s accident and his journey back to life, connecting with other family caregivers and supporting them not only with experience but also with knowledge. Robert’s story shows what is possible when one dedicates extraordinary strength and focus to improving one’s condition.
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