Activation of sensory systems as pathogenetically reasonable direction of psychophysical rehabilitation

Abstract

Target setting. In modern medicine increasing attention is paid to rehabilitation stage and improvement of the effectiveness of rehabilitation activities. Objective of the research is to determine the role of sensory systems and their mobilization to increase the efficiency of modern rehabilitation. Material and methods. Modern literature reflecting scientific ideas on the abovementioned problems served the material for the study. Results. It has been established that, under the influence of art therapy methods, through activation of sensory systems, neurostructures are reconstructed, new neuron networks are created, thereby improving the psychological and physical status of patient. Discussion. Analysis of scientific evidence suggests that art therapy does not only play the role of aesthetic education, performs not only the function of relationship between the environment and the body. It is not only a way of distracting the patient’s attention from grave feelings and memories, but has an important therapeutic value in restoration of lost body functions. The activation of sensory systems is of great significance in stimulation of functions of various brain regions and new neural network formation, which will ensure the restoration of functions. Conclusions. 1. The increased level of socialization results in focusing of modern medicine on restoration of lost or limited functions of the body affected by injuries and diseases. 2. Traumatic disease or other conditions are accompanied by disturbances of psychological state; therefore the recovery process can be considered as psychophysical rehabilitation. 3. Activation of sensory systems stimulates recovery processes by creating new neural networks. 4. Practical approach to activation of sensory systems can be carried out using art therapy methods.