6th Edition of Neurology World Conference 2026

Abstract

The MNRI® Method, created by Dr. Svetlana Masgutova, post-PhD, a world-renowned expert on reflex integration, consists of a non-invasive manual Neuromodulation technology. It uniquely recognizes the Dynamic Process of Maturation specific to each infant's reflexes and uses these reflex circuits -“readily given” genetic codes- to facilitate Neurodevelopment.

It has been called a “Missing Link” in neurorehabilitation by an impressive array of professionals for its high therapeutic effect.

The MNRI® Program has broad application, reaching an estimated 300,000 children and 80,000 adults in over 40 countries. Dr. Masgutova developed the unique and statistically verified MNRI® Reflex Assessment, which evaluates the function of primary reflex patterns based on specific parameters and multiple factors.

The MNRI® Reflex Assessment provides a clear understanding of the level of reflex maturity and the overall state of the sensory-motor system in an individual. The MRNI metrics tool allows for identifying normal, neurophysiological mature, or abnormal reflex patterns expressed at any age -in newborns, infants, children, and adults-.

Dr. Masgutova’s research evidences the correlation between pathological, dysfunctional reflex patterns and medical diagnoses.

The lack of reflex development and the disruption of reflex dynamics (i.e., a blockage at the primitive form of the reflex, stress, and trauma) consistently compromises the neurodevelopment causing delays, deficits, and maladaptive effects from mild to extreme severity. The goal of MNRI® programs working with Neurodevelopmental disorders is to use reflex patterns neuromodulation to regulate excitation-inhibition of the CNS and increase stress resilience and neuroplasticity. Examples of neurodevelopmental disorders include autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, genetic disorders, speech/language and social deficits, specific learning disability (SLD), trauma and PTSD, and behavioral/emotional dysregulation.

More than three decades of practical work and IRB-approved scientific research and publication demonstrate the significant positive effects of the MNRI® on sensory-motor integration, neurophysiological and physical, behavioral, and emotional, language, cognitive, and social development among a large variety of pediatric and adult population suffering from diverse neurodevelopmental and health conditions.

This lecture offers a brief overview of the concepts and foundational principles of MNRI® and discusses the unique value of MNRI® Reflex Assessment through case demonstrations and MNRI® scientific research.