Nextgen Surgery

RecoveriX is a new neuro-rehabilitation training method that uses the power o f neuroplasticity to help stroke and multiple sclerosis patients regain lost motor function of their upper and lower limbs.

Patients are equipped with an EEG cap that measures brain activity, which is then translated into movement of an avatar on a computer screen as well as functional electrical stimulation of the targeted limb. This biofeedback loop helps patients relearn motor skills and regain coordination in a way that is both engaging and effective.

RecoveriX combines seven established standard therapies recommended by organizations such as the American Stroke Association and the Canadian Stroke Association for stroke patients. Furthermore, it integrates cognitive tasks with movement exercises, which makes the therapy more successful for multiple sclerosis as well as stroke patients. The seven approaches are:

  • Motor Imagery
  • Virtual Reality
  • Electrical Stimulation
  • Mirror Neuron Therapy
  • Bilateral Training
  • Constraint-induced Movement Therapy
  • Task-based Therapy
RecoveriX helps to decrease pain, spasticity and tremor which leads to further improvements of gross and fine motor skills, concentration, passive joint movements, sensitivity, bladder control, sexual function, balance, gait and numbness of the face, body or extremities. It’s particularly striking that clients feel less fatigue and experience a decrease of foot freezing or foot drop.

As an immersive, computer-based therapy it engages the patient to actively participate in the training. It supplements standard physical and occupational therapy with the chance for a quicker and more successful recovery. It can be used in the acute, sub-acute, or chronic states – even 10, 20 or 30 years after stroke or multiple sclerosis diagnosis!

The clinical effectiveness was shown in a group study with 52 patients who improved in motor functions and spasticity highly significant.
Richard-Hart

Dr. Richard S Hart BA MD FRCSC
Founder/ CEO/ Surgeon NextGenSurgery Inc.

Dr. Richard Hart is a visionary leader and an internationally recognized expert in Hepatobiliary, Pancreatic, and General Surgery. With a career spanning over three decades, and having the surgical service he created designated a “Centre of Excellence”
by Cancer Care Ontario.

Dr. Hart holds degrees from York University and the University of Western Ontario where he also completed General Surgery residency and fellowship training in HPB and Transplantation with the Multi-Organ Transplant Program and a further year as clinical fellow, overseas post Hammersmith Hospital in London, UK. He is a proud recipient of
multiple awards, reflecting his contributions to surgery and medical education.

With passions colliding, he is integrating cutting-edge neurotechnology, bci, and
psychophysiological assessment into the training ecosystem of Surgery culminating in the operating room. His pioneering work with NextGenSurgery Inc. aims to create a new paradigm in surgical education, focusing on developing elite performance in stress resilient surgeons and OR teams to address the problem of preventable harm.

The program and its DNA come from his own experiences and teachings as an elite athlete, Dr. Hart competed internationally for Canada in freestyle wrestling before becoming a surgeon. His unique perspective and experiences in optimal performance combined with scalable wearable tech and XR are at the heart of his IoSxT Theory, using neurotechnology and bci to train “the bidirectional flow of information to manage the requisite biobehavioral, cognitive, affective and technical skills for elite performance in critical moments using data science. Positioning him as a thought leader in the field, recognized for his surgical training innovations.

Dr. Hart’s passion extends beyond his professional life—he is also a dedicated father who enjoys spending time with his son exploring life’s realities and wonders while instilling a philosophy of lifelong learning.

His commitment and passion for excellence, both in his professional endeavors and personal life, drives his relentless pursuit of innovation and the outer limits of human possibility.