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Brain Recovery

Welcome to the Brain Recovery Association

 

We are an international organization dedicated to advancing innovative neurorehabilitation for individuals living with the consequences of traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, and other neurological disorders.

Our mission is to to help the brain heal itself through precise, non-invasive brain stimulation.  

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At the heart of our work is the Brain Recovery Protocol, developed by Dr. Joseph Shafer.

Brain recovery does not just help patients manage their disability, the approach is specifically designed to help the brain rebuild damaged neural connections.

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The protocol works in two clear steps

1. Precision Mapping: Transcranial vibration stimulation is used to pinpoint and identify specific areas

of the brain with connectivity problems.

2. Targeted Stimulation Triad: Once the area is mapped, an innovative, multimodal treatment is

applied directly to the previously mapped area. This approach brings together three non-invasive

stimuli—Transcranial Static Magnetic Stimulation (sTMS), Paired Associative Stimulation (PAS),

and somatosensory map activation—working together to deliver a highly focused, site-specific

stimulus to the injured region.

 

Advancing Our Research and Clinical Development

As part of our ongoing research and scientific advancement, a concept viability and feasibility study in

stroke rehabilitation related to the Brain Recovery Protocol has been recently submitted for publication.

While larger clinical trials lie ahead, these early findings establish a vital foundation for our continued

development.

Importantly, the study confirmed that the protocol can be safely applied in a clinical setting and

produced notable, consistent improvements in walking performance. These positive results persisted

even after patients were notified that their treatment sessions had concluded, pointing to genuine

functional recovery rather than temporary expectation effects.

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Understanding Brain Injury

The brain can be injured by an external impact or by a stroke originating from an internal vascular condition.

Falls, sports activities, traffic accidents, or any blow causing the brain to move rapidly inside the skull can

result in significant neuronal damage.

Furthermore, we should no longer simply classify brain trauma as 'mild'. Even an injury initially considered

mild can lead to Persistent Post-Concussion Syndrome (PPCS), where symptoms linger for months or years.

Similarly, stroke disrupts normal neural communication, producing many of the same complex neurological

challenges.

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Common symptoms include

  • headaches

  • dizziness

  • fatigue

  • brain fog

  • memory and concentration difficulties

  • sleep disturbances

  • anxiety and depression

  • balance problems

  • blurred vision

  • sensitivity to light and sound

  • reduced coordination

  • muscle weakness

  • numbness or tingling

  • walking difficulties

  • speech and cognitive impairments

Because these symptoms often vary greatly between individuals, recovery requires a personalized approach.

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Our Approach

Recovery after a neurological injury is different for every individual.

The Brain Recovery Protocol begins by identifying the brain networks that appear to be functioning less efficiently. Once these areas have been identified, carefully targeted magnetic stimulation is combined with precisely timed peripheral sensory stimulation. The goal is to encourage the brain to strengthen existing pathways and create new functional connections through neuroplasticity.

Our treatments are:

  • completely non-invasive

  • individualized for every patient

  • performed alongside conventional rehabilitation where appropriate

  • designed to complement—not replace—standard neurological care

The objective is always the same: to help patients regain function, improve quality of life, and maximize their recovery potential.​

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Brain Recovery Academy

To make these treatment methods accessible to patients around the world, we established the Brain Recovery Academy.

The Academy provides structured education for healthcare professionals who wish to learn the Brain Recovery Protocol and integrate these techniques safely into clinical practice.

Our long-term vision is to build an international network of well-trained practitioners and Brain Recovery Centres, making innovative neurorehabilitation available to patients wherever they live.

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