Multidisciplinary neurorehabilitation and emerging technologies offer potential for personalized stroke recovery in elderly populationsNew Technologies and Therapies Help Stroke Survivors Recover Function

This narrative review explores the scope of neurorehabilitation for stroke survivors, particularly those in elderly and frail populations. The authors synthesize current knowledge regarding neural plasticity and glial cell function as the underlying mechanisms for recovery. The review covers a broad spectrum of interventions, including cognitive training, motor rehabilitation, neurostimulation, and regenerative therapies.

Furthermore, the review discusses the integration of emerging technologies such as brain-computer interfaces, virtual reality, and robotics into standard care. These technologies are presented as components of a multidisciplinary approach aimed at improving cognitive recovery, motor recovery, quality of life, and social reintegration. The authors emphasize the potential for these combined modalities to facilitate personalized rehabilitation pathways.

While the review highlights the translational potential of these multidisciplinary approaches, it does not provide specific clinical trial data or evidence of efficacy for individual interventions. The authors note that while certain complications like spasticity and post-stroke epilepsy may occur, specific data on these outcomes are not provided. The findings are intended to inform the development of comprehensive rehabilitation strategies rather than to establish the efficacy of any single technology or therapy.