Revolutionising Rehabilitation: Meet the HeadX Kross

How the Head-Mounted Laser Enhances Rehabilitation

Assoc Prof James McLoughlin, Co-Founder of Your Brain Health said:

“Feedback of head position in space using head torches or lasers has become an integral part of our vestibular and cervical rehabilitation. Standard head torches and lasers provide useful positional information in the pitch (up and down) and yaw (rotational) planes of head movement. However, the new HeadX Kross also gives feedback in the roll (lateral tilt) which adds a new dimension to our ability to train head and neck control. Feedback of movement in the roll plane helps us retrain lateral head stability which is incredibly important for functional gaze needed for accurate perception of size, verticality, motion and depth of objects. It also activates specific neck and trunk movement strategies for balance and postural control training. This includes everything exercises to improve performance in sports, to rehabilitation from neck pain, headache, concussion, dizziness and balance/falls!”

Benefits for Patients and Practitioners

The introduction of this laser technology offers promising benefits:

• Enhanced Recovery: The head-mounted laser’s ability allows for a more targeted rehabilitation approach means it can work with neural-visual feedback mechanisms. This is particularly valuable for patients recovering from concussion, traumatic brain injuries, alongside a range of cervical spine injuries.
• Increased Precision: Unlike other head-mounted lasers, the HeadX Kross cross-haired laser promotes feedback for the patient stable cervical positioning, making it easier to maintain precise targeting over longer periods. This improves both the quality and consistency of treatments.
• Efficiency in Therapy Sessions: With a hands-free device, physiotherapists can work with other parts of the patient’s body, perform manual adjustments, or document progress while the laser is active, maximising productivity and facilitating more comprehensive care.

A New Era in Neurorehabilitation

As the global need for effective, efficient rehabilitation solutions grows, the partnership between Your Brain Health and HeadX signals a promising leap forward. For patients recovering from serious injuries, surgeries, or neurological conditions, access to such advanced technology offers hope for faster and more effective recoveries.

Your Brain Health’s commitment to clinical excellence, paired with HeadX’s innovation in wearable tech, is likely to create a ripple effect in the field of rehabilitation. The companies are optimistic about the head-mounted laser’s potential applications in both in-clinic settings and remote rehabilitation, providing accessible and adaptable solutions to support various therapeutic needs.

Richard Wheatley, Founder of HeadX said on the collaboration:

“HeadX Kross is a testament to the power of collaboration between technology innovators and clinical experts. Our partnership with Your Brain Health united us around a shared commitment to addressing real, clearly defined clinical needs, propelling us from concept to launch in just three months. And this is only the beginning—with aligned goals and complementary strengths, this collaboration marks the start of an outstanding partnership, poised to bring groundbreaking technology to the clinical neuroscience sector and transform brain health care for clinicians and patients alike.”