Case Studies

"I developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome / Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy in my right hand several years ago.

I have used mirror therapy for more than a year now. Prior to commencing the mirror box my hand was very painful and uncomfortable to move. I found doing any regular physiotherapy uncomfortable and painful.

The mirror box has allowed me to begin using my hand again. I have found that it allows me to do regular hand physiotherapy on my own. It also means that I can do the physio without anyone touching my hand.

My hand is much less swollen using the mirror therapy and I plan to continue using the mirror box regularly in the future."

- Mrs. I.G. Manchester

"My father who is 66 suffered a sub arachnoid haemorrhage leaving him with a dense left arm weakness and inattention to the left side.

Following 3 sessions with a mirror box his inattention has noticeably improved and although he is functionally limited by dupytrens contracture his motor function has also improved. I have been encouraged with these early results and although he is limited by his lack of concentration we will continue to use the mirror box in short frequent bursts."

- Mrs. C.W., Manchester

"My patient developed what appeared to be early stage CRPS in his right hand following shoulder surgery and a period of immobilization. As part of a comprehensive treatment protocol, he performed mirror box exercises for approximately 15 minutes, three days a week. It's my feeling that mirror box therapy had a significant impact on this patient's recovery."

- M. Cole, PTA, Oregon

"I use the mirror box in combination with biofeedback to ensure that the patient is controlling the stress response during active range of movement. This is a good product, and if used in combination with relaxation strategies, can have dramatic results in improving active range of movement."

- R Wurster, California