Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
Bridging the Gap Between Injury and Potential.
Standard medicine focuses on adaptation (learning to live in the chair). We focus on activation (waking up the biology and targeting your pain).
A MESSAGE FROM THE SURGEON: WHY THIS IS PERSONAL
"I have spent 20 years operating on the spine. I know the hardware better than anyone. But I also know where surgery ends and engineering begins."
If you are navigating life with a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), you are part of a patient population that requires exceptional expertise. I am a Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. I have treated thousands of patients with spinal trauma, both surgically and non-surgically. I understand the anatomy of your injury, the hardware you may have implanted, and the complex physiology of the spinal cord.
I built HyperCharge Health because I saw a gap in the system. Once the surgery is done and inpatient rehab is over, patients are often told to accept a "new normal." We reject the concept of "Done."
Whether your injury is Complete or Incomplete, biology is still listening. It requires energy, blood flow, and massive signaling to optimize. We have the staff, the facility, and the technology to help you reach your maximum potential safely.
THE SCIENCE OF HOPE: DEFINING THE TERMS
To understand our approach, we must differentiate between the types of injury and the targets of therapy.
Complete vs. Incomplete: Setting the Goal
Incomplete Injury (ASIA B/C/D): Neural connections remain intact across the lesion. Here, our goal is Functional Restoration—using high-intensity signaling to strengthen those spared pathways and improve motor control.
Complete Injury (ASIA A): No motor/sensory function exists below the level of injury. Here, our goal is Metabolic & Physiological Optimization. Even if walking is not the primary target, we can dramatically improve muscle mass, circulation, bone density, and pain levels.
The "Phantom Fire" (Central Neuropathic Pain)
Many SCI patients suffer not from a lack of feeling, but from too much feeling—burning, stinging neuropathic pain. This is often a "Software Glitch." The brain is confused by the lack of signal and turns the volume up to maximum.
The Hidden Brain (Central Pattern Generators)
Located in your lower back are Central Pattern Generators (CPGs)—neural circuits capable of producing rhythmic walking patterns without input from the brain. We use the Neuro20 System to stimulate these circuits directly.
THE PAIN PROTOCOL: NON-OPIOID MANAGEMENT
Neuropathic pain is debilitating. We attack it with Physics, not just Pharmacology.
1. Class IV Laser Therapy (The Healer) For localized neuropathic pain, we use high-power Near-Infrared light.
Mechanism: It targets the mitochondria of the damaged nerves, reducing the "mitochondrial oxidative stress" that drives pain signals.
Result: Reduced inflammation and improved micro-circulation around the nerve roots, often turning the "burning" sensation down to a dull hum.
2. Green Light Therapy (The Filter) We utilize specific wavelengths of green light that travel from the retina to the Thalamus. Research suggests this frequency helps downregulate the brain's pain processing system, turning the "alarm" volume down without drugs.
3. Transcranial PBM (The Brain Laser) We treat the brain, not just the spine. By delivering Near-Infrared energy to the cortex, we modulate the pain matrix, helping to break the cycle of chronic central pain.
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THE PHYSICS PROTOCOL: ACTIVATING THE HARDWARE
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The "Second Nervous System" for the Paralyzed Body. The Neuro20 PRO Suit is an FDA-cleared wearable device that covers 42 muscle groups.
Bypassing the Lesion: The suit contracts the muscles electrically, preventing severe atrophy and bone density loss (Osteopenia).
Metabolic Fire: Activating large muscle groups (Glutes/Quads) turns your muscles back into metabolic engines, helping manage glucose and circulation.
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Targeting the Lesion Site. We use high-power Near-Infrared light to target the area of the spinal injury.
Scar Modulation: Laser energy helps modulate the "Glial Scar" around the injury site, aiming to create a healthier environment for neural signaling.
THE MENTAL HEALTH PROTOCOL: TREATING THE Trauma
Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD are not "weakness." They are often physiological responses to neuro-inflammation and trauma. We treat them with Biophysical Psychiatry.
1. The "Mood Stack" (Systemic Support)
Whole Body PBM: Reduces systemic inflammation (Cytokines), which is strongly linked to depressive symptoms.
NanoVi: Repairs oxidative damage, helping to stabilize the nervous system and improve sleep quality.
PEMF: Used to shift the brain from a "High Beta" (Anxiety/Fight or Flight) state into "Alpha" (Calm/Focus) state.
2. The Advanced Intervention: ExoMind TMS For patients struggling with medication-resistant depression or severe anxiety, we utilize the ExoMind Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) device.
FDA-Cleared Technology: TMS is FDA-cleared for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder.
The Mechanism: It uses focused magnetic pulses to stimulate the Left Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex—the area of the brain often "underactive" in depression.
The Result: By physically waking up the mood-regulating centers of the brain, we can often lift the heavy fog of depression without the side effects of systemic medication. It is a powerful tool for processing the trauma of the injury itself (PTSD).
THE INSTITUTE BRIDGE: ADVANCED REGENERATIVE OPTIONS
When Physics isn't enough, we look to Biologics.
Interventional Management (Dr. Louis Saeger) For complex pain cases or spasticity that requires advanced intervention, we coordinate care directly with Dr. Louis Saeger, a premier interventional pain specialist, to manage pumps, blocks, or stimulators.
Systemic Stem Cell Therapy While we utilize legal, FDA-compliant orthobiologics in the US, for patients seeking Systemic Stem Cell treatments (IV expansion), we have a vetted network of international referral partners. We can guide you on these options.
MEDICAL REALITY CHECK: SAFETY & LOGISTICS
This is a vulnerable population. Safety is our non-negotiable.
Logistics & Accessibility
We Are Equipped: Our facility is fully ADA accessible with ample, trained clinical staff to assist with transfers (Slide boards/Lifts). You will never be left to struggle alone.
Collaborative Care: We work closely with your Physiatrist, Urologist, and Primary Care team—especially for patients managing Dysautonomia or blood pressure issues.
Contraindications & Safety
Spinal Cord Stimulators (SCS): Patients with SCS can typically utilize the Neuro20 suit, provided the stimulator is turned OFF during the session. This requires specific medical clearance.
PEMF Restrictions: Patients with active SCS or Pacemakers cannot use whole-body PEMF.
DVT Screening: We screen for blood clots before initiating electrical stimulation.
Managing Expectations
Complete Injuries: While we aim for optimization, we do not promise a return to walking for complete injuries. The focus is on health, pain reduction, and quality of life.
Incomplete Injuries: The potential for functional recovery is higher, and our protocols are aggressive in chasing that potential.
Biology is Always Listening.
Your spinal cord is not just a wire; it is living tissue. It is waiting for the right energy and the right signal to optimize its potential. You have a surgeon’s eyes on your case. You have a full clinical team ready to support you.
Come to the Lab. Let us evaluate your injury, check your metabolic health, and build a protocol to maximize your potential.