Reflex Exercises

SVETLANA MASGUTOVA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE®
for Neuro-Sensory-Motor & Reflex Integration
Strengthen Your
Stress Resilience and Immunity
with MNRI® Reflex Exercises
Svetlana Masgutova, Ph.D.

Denis Masgutov, MA
Dr. Nelli Akhmatova, Ph.D.
Edited by Kathy Carr
Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute
for Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integration
Masgutova S., Akhmatova N., Masgutov D. (2020). Strengthen Your Stress Resilience and Immunity with MNRI® Reflex Exercises.
Orlando, FL, USA: Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute for Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integration.
Editors: K. Carr, S. Averkamp.

Scientific editors: Dr. N. Akhmatova, Ph.D., Prof., D. Iukhacheva, MD.
Cover design: Isabelle Renard-Fontaine.
Pictures: E. Akhmatova, J. Masgutow, E. Masgutow.
© 2020, Dr. S. Masgutova and Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute for Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integration (USA).
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This Program was created for benefit of people throughout the world trying to fight off the pandemics of coronavirus and its
emotional hardship and stress consequences. This Program focuses on the idea of optimizing the body’s recovery recourses for
positive survival and protection, and increasing stress resilience of the nervous and immune systems that are tightly linked to phys-
iological reflex patterns.
The novel MNRI® therapy modality, oriented upon the function of biological survival mechanisms (at the level of the extrapyra-
midal nerve net system and subcortical structures of the brain), becomes more important for a person in stress, trauma and recovery
from diseases. When order is restored to the neurophysiological system and links to immunity designed to aid in survival, building
the strength on physical and emotional and concept level is possible.
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support utilizing the MNRI® Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration program.
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PREVENT, TREAT OR CURE COVID-19. CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR FIRST BEFORE DOING THE EXERCISES. This book demonstrates the
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CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
A Global Pandemic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
What is a Virus? What is Bacteria? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Immunology as the Science of Immunity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Role of the Immune System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Reflexes as Innate Responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
What Happens When the Coronavirus Enters the Body? . . . . 15
Why Are MNRI® Exercises Highly Supportive for our Immune
System, Protection, and Survival?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
MNRI® Reflex Integration for Immunity: Protocol . . . . . . . . . . 22
Part 1. Move Out of Re-Action into Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
#1. Trunk Extension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
#2. Head Turn-Spine Rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Part 2. Activate Your Breathing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
#3. Breathing: Side Stretch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Part 3. Regulate Protection and Survival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
#4. Moro: Invite Courage Into “Body-Mind” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Part 4. Strengthen Immunity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
#5.Six-Ended Star In Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
#6. Extend Arms/Chest: “V” (Victory) With Arms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
#7. Elbows Up and Down: Chicken Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
#8. Arms/Elbows Up and Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Part 5. Stabilize Your Body and Be Flexible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
#9. Spinal Perez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Part 6. Activate Your Brain Potential and Positive Protection .36
#10. Hands Supporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Part 7. Be Optimistic, Open to Joy and Well-Being . . . . . . . . . . 37
#11. Landau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Food for Immunity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
About the Authors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Introduction
The world faces a very serious problem — to disease and to sup-

stop the COVID-19 respiratory disease. The au- port stress manage-
thors of this program and the MNRI® team believe ment.
that this challenge must be solved for human sur-
vival. Based on our knowledge and experience of The current mis-
work with thousands of individuals in different sion of the Svetlana
countries, we propose a focus on regulating the Masgutova Educa-
defensive mechanisms of the body-mind and its tional Institute for
neurosensory-motor and immunological systems. Neuro-Sensory-Mo-
tor and Reflex In-
The Masgutova Method® is a research-ap- tegration, LLC is to
proved, evidence-based and neurodevelopmen- provide adults, older
tally driven program focused on the restoration people, teens and
and maturation of primary movements, reflexes, children simple and
coordination systems, and skills for optimal per- reliable knowledge
formance of natural mechanisms, developmental and safe exercises to
processes, brain functioning, and sensory-motor optimize the immu-
integration. nity, and activate the
resilience of the ner-
The Masgutova Method® targets: vous system and its
• Strengthening the nervous and immune sys- plasticity, in order to
tem establish quality of
life.
• Stress resilience
This guide contains
• Brain connectivity and neuroplasticity, which information about
is realized through support of neurophysio- the role of the immune system, and how some basic
logical reflex circuit functions. reflex patterns can help strengthen your immunity,
whether you are recovering from the virus or
The Masgutova Method® is based on the acti-
working to maintain your health. These simple ex-
vation of reflex patterns to awaken natural, genetic
ercises and techniques can also help you manage
sensory-motor resources and self-regenerating
your physical, emotional stress, and worry associ-
programs, which strengthen sensory-motor inte-
ated with the spread of the pandemic.
gration and memory.
This time, the method also will be focused on
immune system regulation to prepare it to fight
off the SARS CoV-2 virus that causes the COVID-19

A Global Pandemic
On December 31, 2019, the World Health Organi- viously been identified in human beings, revealed
zation fielded a report from Wuhan, China, describing that it spread much more quickly than SARS and
the emergence of perplexing pneumonia-like cases was more contagious.5 The symptoms of COVID-19
that stemmed from an unknown cause. By then, include fever, aches, and shortness of breath. “In
dozens of people were being treated for the mys- more severe cases, infection can cause pneumo-
terious virus, which Asian researchers identified as nia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney
a novel betacoronavirus. Some 12 days later, the failure and even death,” according to WHO.6
coronavirus claimed its first life in Wuhan.
Throughout the world, country borders were
Panic rippled in Asia. Alarm reverberated closed, travel bans were instituted, and quaran-
throughout the world. The novel betacoronavirus tines and self-isolation protocols were established
was determined to have originated in a Chinese among many countries. It seemed as if the world
poultry1 and seafood market.2 (Coronaviruses are had stopped. Hour by hour, day after day, the pan-
zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between demic was disrupting our lives in ways we couldn’t
people and animals.) According to the World imagine in our modern world.
Health Organization, there are several coronavi-
ruses circulating in animals that have not been The virus continued to spread quickly, particu-
transmitted to humans. larly in China, the European Union, and the United
States. Panic ensued as those not yet affected
These pneumonia-like illnesses of this new wondered if, or possibly even when, they would
coronavirus recalled the outbreak of SARS, or se- contract the virus. According to the Centers for
vere acute respiratory syndrome, which also was Disease Control and Prevention, certain groups
a coronavirus that originated in southern China in of people are at a higher risk for getting very sick
2003, ultimately infecting some 8,100
people and killing 774 individuals.
ORIGINS OF THE VIRUS
By March 11, 2020, a little more than The coronavirus originated in Wuhan, China, in the end of December 2019. The Australian prime minis-
ter recently suggested that this virus could be a “once-in-a-hundred-year type of event.”
a month after the first case had been
reported, the World Health Organiza-
tion declared the novel coronavirus a
global health emergency. The coro-
navirus was identified as SARS-CoV-2,
which causes a respiratory illness
known as COVID-19.3 As of March 26,
there were more than about 532,000
cases and more than 24,000 deaths4
reported throughout the world. This
new coronavirus, which had not pre-

A Global Pandemic
from this new coro-
navirus. They in-
clude:
• Older adults
(age 60-plus) and
• Individuals with
chronic health con-
ditions, including
heart disease, lung
disease, and diabe-
tes.7
At this moment,
there are no treat-
ments for any coro- The countries in dark blue have confirmed cases of the coronavirus as of March 20, 2020.
navirus diseases,
There are ways to help keep yourself healthy
including COVID-19. Certain drugs are in clinical
and physically active, and to regulate your body’s
trials, and antiviral medications are being devel-
interferon, a protein that helps inhibit infection
oped. There are discussions about the creation of
replication, to fight off coronavirus (and other
a vaccine, but a vaccine will not be available for
viruses as well). Getting ample rest and eating
at least a year, and we don’t know what other po-
wholesome, nutritious foods will help support
tential health consequences may arise if vaccines
your immunity.
were to be developed and administered.
The neuro-sensory-motor reflex integration
What was it about the coronavirus that prompt-
techniques and exercises outlined in this book
ed such a rapid-fire transmission? What was dif-
also complement health regimens (please, get to
ferent about this virus versus flu strains, and what
know them through reliable sources). These exer-
could be done to help minimize people in such
cises are designed to strengthen our immune sys-
fear?
tems and help regulate stress levels, so that your
The most important thing we can do at this mo- body is stronger and more well-prepared to fight
ment is to strengthen our immune systems and off the coronavirus. Let’s direct our minds for set-
prepare our bodies for the possibility that we may ting the action-goals to stay healthy through sup-
contract any kind of virus, including coronavirus, port of our immunity using the natural protective
at some point in the future. Research8 has shown strength of reflex patterns given by Mother Nature
that stronger immune systems are the best de- on a genetic and epigenetic level.
fense against contracting a virus. Individuals with
healthier immune systems who do contract the vi-
rus may only show symptoms for a shorter period
of time, even just two days, or may not feel any
symptoms at all. Or if they do get sick, their symp-
toms may be on the milder side and their immune
system can resist the disease easier and faster.

A Global Pandemic
Our protocol presents steps including exercises References:
and movements in six groups: 1 Wee, Sui-Lee, and McNeil, Donald. “China Identifies New Virus
Causing Pneumonialike Illness,” The New York Times, Jan. 8, 2020,
Part 1. Move Out of the Re-Action https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/08/health/china-pneumo-
nia-outbreak-virus.html
into Action
1. Trunk Extension 2 https://www.nytimes.com/article/coronavirus-timeline.html
2. Head Turn-Spine Rotation 3 Chaolin Huang*, Yeming Wang,* et al. “Clinical features of patients
infected with 2019 novel coronavirus in Wuhan, China, Jan. 30,
2020 https://www.thelancet.com/pdfs/journals/lancet/PIIS0140-
Part 2. Activate Your Breathing = 6736(20)30183-5.pdf
Strength 4 https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
3. Breathing: Side Stretch 5 Sheikh Knvul , Watkins Derek, Wu, Jin and Gröndahl Mika, How Bad
Will the Coronavirus Outbreak Get? Here Are 6 Key Factors, The
New York Times, Feb. 28, 2020, https://www.nytimes.com/interac-
Part 3. Regulate Protection and tive/2020/world/asia/china-coronavirus-contain.html
Survival 6 https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
4. MORO: Invite Courage into 7 https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/
Body-Mind high-risk-complications.html
8 “The Human Immune System and Infectious Disease,” https://www.
historyofvaccines.org/content/articles/human-immune-sys-
Part 4. Strengthen Immunity tem-and-infectious-disease
5. Six-Ended Star in Action
6. Extend Arms/Chest: “V”
(Victory) with Arms
7. Elbows Up and Down:
Chicken Dance
8. Arms/Elbows Up and Back
Part 5. Stabilize Your Body and Be Flexible

9. Spinal Perez.
Part 6. Activate Your Brain Potential,

Positive Protection
10. Hands Supporting
Part 7. Keep Open to Enthusiasm

and Joy!
11. Landau
Please, move, eat properly, take care of
your hygiene, keep your well-being strong with
enthusiasm, and leave space for play, songs, and
dances!
Sincerely yours,
Svetlana Masgutova, Ph.D
Nelli Akhmatova, Ph.D

What is a Virus? What is Bacteria?
Viruses and bacteria have existed on Earth for tinct approaches and treatments. Unfortunately,
billions of years. Fossilized records for bacteria because there are some commonalities in their
date back 3.5 billion years ago.9 While scientists symptoms, coughing and sneezing, inflammation,
are not sure precisely when viruses first appeared, nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue, antibiotics are often
genetic evidence suggests that viruses may have pursued as a means of treating the symptoms, ir-
been one of the first forms of life on Earth, pre- respective of whether the underlying illness is vi-
dating cellular life.10 Bacteria and viruses were here rus or bacterial related.
long before us, and they are here to stay. What,
exactly, are the differences between viruses and Bacteria are sin-
bacteria, and how can we prepare our bodies to gle-celled microor-
be as ready as possible to resist them? ganisms that thrive in
different types of en-
First, let’s explore some surface-level similarities vironments, including
and distinctions between viruses and bacteria. extreme cold or heat.
Some bacteria exist in
Viral and bacterial infections have many simi- our intestines to help digest food or fight cancer.
larities, but there are differences that warrant dis- Most bacteria are harmless to people, in fact, fewer

Virus vs Bacteria
than 1% of bacteria cause diseases in people, but tools against treating a virus, but their overuse can
there are exceptions that can cause infections, in- destroy the good bacteria in the gut, leading to
cluding strep throat, tuberculosis and urinary tract even more stomach and gastrointestinal discom-
infections. Prolonged and excessive use of antibi- fort.
otics has spawned the creation of new bacterial
diseases that are resistant to antibiotic medica- “Your gut is full of bacteria — but, antibiotics do
tions. not know friend from foe,” Esper says.
Viruses require liv- Viruses include chicken pox, common colds,

ing organisms, such seasonal flu (to which people have built up im-
as people, plants or munity) and of course, coronavirus. Viruses like
animals, to multiply chicken pox and the measles can travel 100 feet
and otherwise sur- in the air and can stay alive on surfaces for hours,
vive. Once a virus in- while coronavirus can only travel 6 feet from the
filtrates your body, it infected person, via respiratory droplets produced
takes over some of when the sick person breathes, talks, coughs or
the cells and the cells’ resources, directing them sneezes.13
instead to produce a virus.11 References:
9 https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/bacterial-and-viral-infections#2
“For the most part, viruses go away on their
10 https://www.astrobio.net/extreme-life/tracking-viruses-back-in-
own, as the immune system is more than enough time/ https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/bacterial-and-vi-
to take them out,” according to Frank Esper, a pe- ral-infections#2
diatric infectious disease specialist, in an Oct. 30, 11 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/infectious-diseas-
2019, Cleveland Clinic article titled “Virus vs. Bac- es/expert-answers/infectious-disease/faq-20058098
teria: What’s Causing My Kid’s Cold?”12 12 https://health.clevelandclinic.org/virus-vs-bacteria-whats-causing-
my-kids-cold/
In the case of a virus, people all too often seek 13 https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/world/asia/china-coro-
out antibiotics when they not only are ineffective navirus-contain.html

Immunology as the
Science of Immunity
Immunology is a branch of biomedical science as did his wife. He set up a private scientific lab-
that studies different aspects of the immune sys- oratory to explore other deeper questions about
tem of the entire organism. immunology.
The Russian biologist, I.I. Among his achievements, he is credited for dis-
Mechnikov (1845-1916), great- covering phagocytes, or immune cells that protect
ly impacted developments in organisms by ingesting foreign particles or micro-
studies on immunology. He be- organisms, after conducting experiments on the
gan his scientific research after larvae of starfish. He inserted small thorns from a
suffering a devastating loss in tangerine tree into starfish larvae, and watched as
his life when his first wife was mobile cells surrounded the thorns. These were
so sick with tuberculosis that white blood cells, gathering at the site of inflam-
he had to carry her to church in mation, and he theorized that this process could
a chair for their wedding. The following five years, also help attack and kill harmful bodies such as
he did all he could to save her life but she passed bacteria. His theory of phagocytosis explained
away. He remarried, but five years later, his second how inflammation is part of the self-defense sys-
wife contracted typhoid fever. Remarkably, to save tem found in both vertebrates and invertebrates.
his wife and himself, Mechnikov inoculated him- He was honored with the Nobel Prize in 1908 for
self with relapsing fever as a scientific experiment his discovery of phagocytes.
to find out whether it was transmissible by blood.
His relapsing fever was severe, but he recovered,
References:
https://www.nobelprize.org/
prizes/medicine/1908/mech-
nikov/biographical/
https://embryo.asu.edu/
pages/ilya-ilyich-mechnikov-
elie-metchnikoff-1845-1916
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The Role of the Immune System
The human immune system is composed of search has been published in many peer-reviewed
systems of biological structures and mechanisms journals. These articles include:
genetically given to protect against diseases
stemming from bacteria and viruses. This system • “Clinical-Immunological Assessment of Therapy
is made up of special cells, proteins, tissues, and Effect of the Neuro-Sensory-Motor Integration
organs, which defends human health and life Program of Reflex Patterns in Chronic Inflam-
against germs, microorganisms and other invad- matory Diseases”
ers every day. • “Immunological Efficiency of MNRI® Program at
Treatment of Respiratory
Diseases”
• “Influence of MNRI® on
the Immune Status of
Children with Down Syn-
drome”
• “Immunological Effects
of Masgutova Neurosen-
sorimotor Reflex Inte-
gration in Children with
Recurrent Obstructive
Bronchitis”
• “Immunological Study
of Effectiveness of MNRI®
Program on Respiratory
Diseases”
Our extensive research involving immunology
studies of the effect of the MNRI® neurosensorim-
otor reflex integration program has shown signifi-
cant progress in the health of children and adults References:
with conditions such as chronic respiratory inflam- www.Masgutovamethod.com under the ‘Learn More’/’Scientific
mation disease and immune status improvement Articles’ links.
in children with Down syndrome. Our compara-
tive immunology studies have shown the effec-
tiveness of MNRI® intervention, which is based on
the neurobiological activation of the primary mo-
tor system and the integration of reflexes. This re-

Reflexes as Innate Responses
A reflex is a genetically inherent specific auto-

matic response of the nerve system to a specific
sensory stimulus. The stimulus can be internal (ris-
ing blood pressure or the heart racing) or exter-
nal (what we hear, smell, touch, feel, sense, taste).
Reflexes are neurological building blocks, which
have a significant influence on neurodevelop-
ment, brain functioning, and higher level physical,
Ivan Sechenov Ivan Pavlov Charles Sherrington
emotional and cognitive areas of formation as we
mature. (Masgutova, 2010). Reflexes also serve as productive.
a primary component of the body’s protection in
stress and survival. World-renown Russian physiologist Ivan Seche-
nov (1829-1905) and his protégé, Nobel Prize-win-
ner Ivan Pavlov (1849-1946), outlined the basic
understanding of a reflex as a physical response
directed by the brain. Sir Charles Sherrington
(1857-1952), a Nobel Prize-winning English neuro-
physiologist, accentuated their positions during
the early 1900s with his own simple physiological
explanation for how the body’s reflexive activity
The MNRI® system focuses

mainly on sensory-motor reflex-
es as units that can replicate the
means of recovery of the body-
brain system and also affect
the other related systems, such
as the respiratory and immune
systems. These reflexes also can
be tested, their level of maturity
can be measured, and exercises
can be created based on their
functions. The MNRI® research
of individuals in different chal-
lenging situations shows the
choice of the reflex-recovery
methodology has been highly

Reflexes as I n n at e R e s p o n s e s
— that are collec-

tively referred to
as the primary-sen-
sory-motor system
(differentiated from
the traditionally
used term of “prim-
itive reflexes”). The
responses and re-
flexes belonging to
the primary-sen-
sory-motor system
each have their
own structures that
are expressed by in-
dividuals as genet-
ic sensory-motor
works:14 “programs” of hu-
man development.15
1. Sensory system receptors in our different sys-
tems (tactile, auditory, visual, olfactory, gustato- Primary reflexes emerge in utero and are “ac-
ry, vestibular, proprioceptive) detect a change in tive,” or present, for a period of time, before they
the environment as a result of something we feel, eventually integrate within the body-brain sys-
hear, see, smell or taste. The change can also re- tems to serve as subordinate roles to more com-
sult from a sense of movement, or sensations from plex sensory-motor schemes. (This concept16 dif-
joints, muscles and connective tissues. fers from the widely held limiting metaphysical
view that healthy development requires reflex in-
2. A sensory neuron delivers the sensory mes- hibition.17)
sage through neural pathways that connect to the
central nervous system (spinal cord and brain). Once the reflex emerges, the basic pattern
progresses, through the sensory-motor circuit
3. The central nervous system interprets the (sensory stimulus ➪ brain processing ➪ motor
sensory information and determines the neces- response). This process creates the nerve network
sary response. This system acts as the coordinator that produces an appropriate response to a spe-
and decision-maker for all conscious activity while cific stimulus. Development through reflex circuit
managing or overseeing all unconscious activity. activation is essential for neurodevelopment, as
4. A motor neuron carries the response messag- this is the time when the biomechanical aspect of
es to the skeletal muscles, non-skeletal muscles, a reflex, and its main function of protection, be-
glands, organs or vascular pathways, whichever is comes coordinated.
responsible for generating the motor response. The emergence, maturation and integration of
5. A motor response is generated. a primary reflex in utero and after birth involves
a multi-step journey — a metamorphosis through
different phases, with each phase serving a specif-
ic purpose18. Once matured, reflexes remain avail-
Each child is born with a sophisticated system able for defensive automatic reaction (brainstem
of natural sensory-motor responses — reactions, response), and also for a positive protection and
reflexes and sensorimotor coordination systems
Reflexes as I n n at e R e s p o n s e s
survival on a more conscious choice level (cor- References:

tex). They also continue to support further devel- 14 Additional reading about Charles Sherrington.
opment of specialized functions of higher brain 15 Masgutova S, Masgutov D. (2012). MNRI® Reflex Biomechanics and
structures in childhood and beyond. Integrated Sensory-Motor Regulation Points. Orlando, FL: SMEI, p. 6.
primary sensory-motor reflexes reappear in mo- 16 Masgutova, S. K., Akhmatova, N. K. (2005). Integration of dynamic
and postural reflexes into whole body movement system. Warsaw, PL:
ments of stress (fear, real danger), when we are MINK. 207 p.
most vulnerable to losing our conscious control
17 Shackleford P. (2015). Neurotypical Development and Reflex Integra-
and learned abilities, and have to rely on our auto- tion Disorder, Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute: Reflexes:
matic programming to protect us.19 Portal to Neurodevelopment and Learning. (Svetlana Masgutova
Educational Institute for Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integra-
In the most basic sense, MNRI® research and tion, USA, 2007-2012) 42.
work is devoted to the innate, or primary reflexes, 18 Masgutova S, Akhmatova N (2004) The integration of dynamic and
and the associated primary movements and sen- postural reflexes of the entire mobility system. Warsaw, Poland: MINK.
sory-motor patterns. These programs aim to sup- 19 Masgutova S, Masgutov D. (2017). Post Trauma Recovery. Orlando,
FL: SMEI, p. 58.
port reflex integration among newborns, children,
20 https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medicine/1908/mechnikov/bi-
and adults by supporting the brain development, ographical/
its neuroplasticity, the development of stress resil-
21 https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medicine/1908/summary/
ience, and the strengthening of nervous and im-
mune systems.
For more detailed information about the role of
reflexes in human development, please visit our web-
site at MasgutovaMethod.com.

What Happens When the
Coronavirus Enters the Body?
Viruses are tough to eradicate with treatment, The symptoms of the novel coronavirus esca-
due to their tiny structure and ability to reproduce late the temperature as the virus moves down the
inside cells. The coronavirus, for example, enters windpipe and through the respiratory tract.23
the body through the respiratory tract, primarily
through the mucous membrane in the nose and The COVID-19 has been compared to the
mouth, and possibly eyes. flu, since they share many similar symptoms,
but it is worth noting that while the flu usual-
The average incubation period for SARS-CoV-2 ly transpires suddenly, the symptoms of this
is four days, though it can range anywhere be- new coronavirus materialize more slowly. The
tween two to 14 days.22 World Health Organization also references
some other distinguishing characteristics between
Once inside, the virus begins to infect the ep- COVID-19 and the flu:
ithelial cells within the lining of the lungs. A pro-
tein on the receptors of the virus affixes itself to • The flu has a shorter incubation period than
the receptors on a host cell. The virus breaches the that of COVID-19.
cell, and begins to replicate until it kills the cell.
This process begins in the upper respiratory tract • The percentage of people who develop severe
and continues down to the lower respiratory tract. symptoms as a result of contracting COVID-19 ap-
The pulmonary surfactant — a complex lipopro- pear higher than the flu.
tein substance that helps keep the lungs open • There are no vaccines nor antivirals yet avail-
and decreases the work of breathing — becomes able for COVID-19, while they are developed by
diminished in an infected person. A dry cough, immunologists-epidemiologists and are available
shortness of breath, headache, muscle pain, and for the flu.
fatigue can occur. The organism begins to strug-
gle to destroy microbes and viruses. An increase Pathogens like coronavirus can rapidly evolve
in body temperature results. A fever fights with and adapt to an organism’s condition. By doing so,
bacterial or viral infections by increasing the pro- they avoid detection and neutralization by the im-
duction of interferons to inhibit the virus replica- mune system, which lead to immunodeficiencies.
tion. Some doctors recommend letting low-grade
As we mentioned earlier, keeping your body
fevers (between 98.7F°-100.4°F or 37.5°C -38.3°C)
healthy can help prepare it to fight off bacterial
run their course without taking medicines such
infections and viruses such as COVID-19. Even if
as aspirin or ibuprofen. But higher fevers can be
you feel prepared to face the pandemic because
dangerous. Once the fever reaches 103° (39.4°C)
of confidence in your immune system health, un-
to 104° (40°C), it is considered a high-grade fever.
certainties associated with any kind of illness, es-
Fevers that edge above 104° are considered high-
pecially a global pandemic, can still cause stress
grade temperatures. A fever of 106°F (or 41.1°C) is
including tension in body and thoughts, fear and
considered a very high fever, a term also known as
emotional-behavioral reactivity, and repetitive
hyperprexia.
negative thoughts.
W h e n C o r o n av i r u s E n t e r s your Body
Stress is an internal state and process. A need or When stress is overwhelming or becomes too
demand that is perceived to exceed the resourc- difficult for our genetic programming to handle,
es available to effectively deal with the protective post-traumatic stress or post-traumatic stress syn-
task at a certain time can cause chronic stress and drome also can result.26 Intermittent, prolonged or
trauma-related symptoms.24 The main organism’s chronic stress can cause dysfunctions in primary
regulators affected by a stressor are the nervous, sensory-motor reflex functions, which can impact
endocrine and neuroimmune systems, which one of the key roles primary motor reflexes play,
then involve every organ and system into the which is to serve as positive protection for the
stress-overexhaustive state. body.
Alexander Luria (1902-1977)25, a developmen- References:
tal psychologist and a founder of neuropsychol- 22 https://www.healthline.com/health/coronavirus-symptom-
ogy, outlined the mechanisms for stress response. s#symptoms
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body? Everything to know about the infection process,” USA Today,
body’s first line of defense. In non-stress situations, March 14, 2020.
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reactions and impulses to ensure the long-term Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integration, LLC, 2013. All rights
security of the body. Under negative stress, the reserved.
reflex reactions mobilize into a defensive preser- 25 Luria in particular largely has influenced Dr. S. Masgutova’s work.
vation mode known as “fight or flight.” When the Roger Smith, “Between Mind and Nature: A History of Psychology,”
(Reaktion Books, 2013), Page 230.
body is in this state, our movements, behavior and
26 Masgutova, S., Masgutov, D. (2017). Post-Trauma Recovery. Orlando,
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and when pushed to the brink, rational thinking
and learning can be compromised.

W h e n C o r o n av i r u s E n t e r s your Body

Why are MNRI® Exercises Highly
Supportive for our Immune System,
Protection, and Survival?
Below we share a short summary on the scientific The structures of lymphocyte subpopulations,
research which has been completed on the effect that cytokines, and immunoglobulin levels in blood were
MNRI® programs have on immunity. This summary evaluated to identify the specifics of the immune
has been developed by Dr. N. Akhmatova, Ph.D. status of the patients.
(immunologist, virologist) and Dr. D. Iukhacheva
(clinical immunologist). What are the basic discoveries from these
The studies of the immunomodulating effect studies?
of the MNRI® neurosensorimotor programs on The MNRI® Reflex Integration therapy resulted in:
immunity have been conducted over the last
12-15 years in cooperation with more than 760 A. Normalizing Т-lymphocytes in a human:
patients/clients in Poland and Russia. These patients 1) The normalization of absolute counts of
traveled from Russia, Poland, Canada, U.S., Germany, Т-lymphocytes (СD45/CD3) in different age and
Singapore, and Indonesia and presented with symptom groups occurred at an increase of 2.5
different symptoms: respiratory diseases, including times.
recurrent obstructive bronchitis, herpes-associated 2) The normalization of T-helper levels (CD3/CD4)
multiforme erythema, and Down Syndrome compared with levels before the MNRI therapy
immunity. All of these studies demonstrated the occurred at an increase of 1.63 to 2.2 times.
similar improvements of the immunity among
individuals who received the MNRI® exercises and These results indicate that the MNRI® exercises
techniques. These different studies were overseen support the natural mechanism of the immune
by doctors N. Akhmatova, M. Kiselevsky, E. Sorokina, system known as the T-helper cells, and particularly:
O. Lebedinskaya, E. Akhmatov, M. Kostinov, and E. • activate the B-cells to secrete antibodies;
Akhmatova, and others.
• improve the macrophages activity to destroy
ingested microbes;
What were the scientific goals of immunity
• activate the cytotoxic T-cells to kill infected
studies in patients/clients receiving the cells in a targeted way, which as a mechanism
MNRI® Program? of normal functioning immunity, is described
in a range of scientific studies.27
3) A normalization of cytotoxic T-cell (CD3/CD8)
numbers was observed to increase 1.94 times in
all Immunological studies of the MNRI® effect.
These results indicate that MNRI® exercises
Pic. 1. Т-lymphocytes
MNRI : S u pp o r t for Immune System
support the cytotoxic T-cells antigen presentation and cytokine production. They
to monitor all the cells of support the antiviral (through antibodies = IgG,
the body, so they are ready IgM, IgA) and antimicrobial defense mechanisms
to destroy any threat to and prevent tissue inflammation. Furthermore,
the integrity of the host/ B-cells serve as regulatory cells, which modulate
organism. The cytotoxic T-cell both the cellular and humoral (antibody) responses.
kills the cells infected by These are a mechanism that is presented in basic
viruses and prevents them Pic. 2. Natural Killer cells - NK cells
Credit: Science Source
immunology.30
from becoming the source of
more viral pathogen.28 Note: Immunoglobulin (antibody) has specific
functions:
B. Normalizing effect on the natural killer cells in a
human organism:
1) A statistically significant normalization in the
number of natural killer (NK) cells (CD16) at an
increase to 1.5-2 times after the MNRI® Program
was implemented.
Natural killer cells are the key effectors of innate Pic. 4. Antibody classification Credit: Creative Diagnostics
immunity. They fulfill an important biological role:
• in the destruction of viruses and parasite- • The IgG participates in antitoxic immunity, and
infected cells; effects the viral and microbe pathogens. It is
• in the mechanisms of immune surveillance (the found in all body fluids and protects against
targeting of tumor cells); bacterial and viral infections.
• and in the regulation and differentiation of • It is transported to the fetus by mother’s body
bone marrow cells through control of the stem and continues to serve the health of an infant
cells function and prevention from rapidly until 6 months of life. It is also transported in
proliferating hemopoietic cells.29 the mother’s milk.
• The IgM participates in antimicrobe and viral
C. Normalizing the effect on B-lymphocytes in a
immunity; neutralizes microbe pathogen in the
human organism:
blood and lymph fluid; and, is the first antibody
1) A correction effect in B-lymphocytes (CD45/CD19) to be made by the body to fight a new infection.
at an increase to 2.9 times and in the number of
• The IgE participates in the immediate
activated CD45/CD95
hypersensitive reaction-type1 to fight an
blood cells at an increase
allergic pathogen and also in an antiparasitic
to 2.2 times.
immunity. It is found in blood, lungs, skin, and
This data is very important mucous membranes.
to understand the unique • IgA strongly participates in the antiviral
effect of MNRI® exercises immunity of mucous membranes of the
on the protective respiratory tract (lungs, sinuses) and the
functions of the organism. digestive system (stomach, intestines).
Pic. 3. Human B Cell Lymphocyte
B-cells participate • IgA is also found in fluids: saliva, tears, and in
in T-cell activation via the blood.
Pic. 5. Molecule of immunoglobulin 4, IL-10) demonstrates poor performance of the

immune system in children (with Down syndrome),
who often31 get sick. The
• IgD exists in small MNRI® therapy regulates
amounts in the blood. the production of pro-
Its role has not been and anti-inflammatory
adequately studied in cytokines, and the
science. regulatory cytokines
2) The normalization of (IFN-γ, IL-12) and thus
IgM and IgG levels at an positively affects the
increase to 1.5 times, and normalization of IgE at interaction of the immune,
a decrease of 2.9 times, which means a decrease endocrine, and nervous Pic. 8. Antibodies attacking virus cell
of almost three times after the MNRI® therapy. systems and ultimately
homeostasis.
Immune cells against viruses Based on data, the effect of MNRI exercises
Cytotoxic T cells Helper T cells B cells is demonstrated to support immunity and
CD8 CD4 normalization of levels of: cytotoxic T-cells (CD3/
CD8), T-helper-cells (CD3/CD4), natural killer cells (CD
16), B-lymphocytes (CD45/CD19), IgM and IgG, as well
as the regulatory and balancing effect in the levels of
pro-inflammatory (IL-6, TNF-α), anti-inflammatory (IL-
Kills virus-infected Helps cytotoxic T cells Produces antibodies 4, IL-10) and regulatory (IFN-γ, IL-12) cytokines. This
and damaged cells and B cells in their
immune functions
data offers information from which we can conclude
Pic. 6. Immune cells against viruses that MNRI® exercises are unique tools to support our
antiviral immunity and is urgently needed at times of
Humoral immune responses are characterized pandemic such as with SARS-CoV-2 virus resulting in
by the production of antibodies by B-lymphocytes COVID-19.
and their progeny, plasma cells. These antibodies
The medical community strongly urges us to be
permeate extracellular spaces, where they protect
mindful about the significance of personal hygiene.
against infection.
Dietitians and nutritionists suggest that we follow
3) There was a three-folded regulatory and a healthy diet and to make sure we are maintaining
balancing effect in the levels of pro-inflammatory our body’s vitamin and mineral requirements.
(IL-6, TNF-α), anti-inflammatory (IL-4, IL-10) and
The MNRI® community suggests a Program which
regulatory (IFN-γ, IL-12) cytokines.
will assist in the activation of the immunity system
The increase in through reflex patterns that links neurophysiological
pro-inflammatory aspects of the human body and the immune system.
cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α)
concentration is part of
a chronic inflammatory
process, the same
way as an increase of
anti-inflammatory (IL-
Pic. 7. Interleukin 4 (IL-4) molecules

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MNRI® Reflex Integration for
Immunity: Protocol
The following reflex exercises can supplement levels, so that our bodies remain strong and are
your brain-immunity-boosting regimen and im- prepared to fight off the coronavirus and other in-
prove your overall health, emotional and cognitive vader organisms. Additionally, the release of stress
well-being. will help us maintain our health and immunity, acti-
vating the natural protective mechanism of the re-
Our protocol presents exercises and movements flex patterns given by Mother Nature on a genetic
in six groups: and epigenetic level.
Part 1. Move Out of the Re-Action into Action Please, move your body using these reflex ex-
1. Trunk Extension, #2. Head Turn-Spine Rotation ercises to target the automatic protection mecha-
Part 2. Activate Your Breathing = Strength nisms to support your well-being. At times of stress
3. Breathing: Side Stretch it is good to spend as much time as possible play-
ing sports. Take care of your hygiene. Maintain your
Part 3. Regulate Protection and Survival enthusiasm. Stay open to joy. Play, sing songs, lis-
4. MORO: Invite Courage into Body-Mind ten to good music and dance!
Part 4. Strengthen Immunity We wish you and yours good health and suc-
5. Six-Ended Star in Action; #6. Extend Arms/Chest: cess in your pursuit of survival and your continuous
“V” (Victory) with Arms building of a life of happiness.
7. Elbows Up and Down: Chicken Dance
8. Raise Arms/Elbows
Up and Back
Part 5. Stabilize Your
Body and Be Flexible
9. Spinal Perez
Part 6. Keep Open to
Enthusiasm and Joy!
11. Landau
The neuro-senso-
ry-motor reflex inte-
gration techniques
and exercises are de-
signed to strengthen
our immune systems
and regulate stress

Protocol Part 1. Move Out of Re-Action into Action
1. Trunk Extension
Trunk Extension
Instructions: Do this exercise while standing or sitting depend-
ing upon your abilities. Exhale slowly while going through the
movement. Repeat each exercise 3–5 times.
Step 1. Extend whole body
Stand straight while stretching your spine. Your head
should be upright and hands and feet should be pushing
down (pic. 1). Hold this position for 7 seconds.
Step 2. Bend body to center
Curl your upper body into a ball with your chin toward
1 2
your chest (pic. 2). Hold this position for 7 seconds. Repeat
Step 1.

Trunk Extension – assisted 1 2

Instructions: Do this exercise while standing or sitting.
Step 1. Push on shoulders - resistance

Straighten your spine. Make sure your head is upright
and push your legs against the ground. Open palms and
extend your palms and fingers. Stretch your hands, bend
at the wrist, push downward. Ask your partner to place
his hands on your shoulders downward. Gently press your
shoulders upward against his pressure while elongating
your chest/spine (pic. 1).
Step 2. Pushing under palms - resistance 3 4

Ask your partner to hold his hands under yours and press
lightly on them in an upward direction. Your palms/hands
should gently push downward against his hands (pic. 2).
Step 3. Pushing under elbows - resistance

Option 1: Ask your partner to place his hands under your
bent elbows to push lightly in an upward direction. Gently
push downward with your elbows against his hands (pic.
3).
Option: 2. Ask your partner to place his hands on top of
your bent elbows and to push lightly in a downward direc-
tion. Gently hold or pull your elbows upward against his
hands while elongating your chest/spine in an upward di-
rection as well (pic. 4).

2. Head Turn-Spine Rotation
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
Head Turn–Spine Rotation

Instructions: Stand or be seated, depending upon your abilities. Exhale slowly while going
through the movement. Repeat each exercise 3–7 times. Older persons should do this 2-3
times a day.
Your head leads the movement of the whole body as it turns to one side, slightly
lowering the arm that is on the same side as the head, holding for 7 seconds, and back
to the center. Repeat in the other direction. This movement is done very slowly for soft
spine rotation. Breath deeply while doing the motions, and be aware of crossing the
body midline and maintaining your grounding and stability.
Protocol Part 2. Activate Your Breathing
3. Breathing: Side Stretch
Breathing – Side Stretch

Instructions: Stand, be seated,or lay on your back depending upon your abilities. Repeat each exercise 3–7
times. Older persons should do this 2-3 times a day.
Step 1. Stand straight; close your right nostril (the left nostril is open, pic. 1, 2) if this is safe for health sit-
uation. Raise your left arm, flex your trunk and head to the right side – your left side (ribcage) is extended
(pic. 3). Inhale slowly through the left nostril filling air fully into your lungs for 7 seconds or more. Next,
move your arm and extend your ribcage (left side) further (pic. 4,5). Then, release the right nostril and
slowly bring your arm, upper trunk, and head back to the midline while simultaneously breathing out
through your mouth (pic. 6). Rest for 5-7 seconds.
Step 2. Repeat as above with the other side.
Do this exercise 3-7 times for each side alternating the extension of the arm and ribcage and resting
between the movements.
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5 6
Protocol Part 3. Regulate Protection and Survival
4. Moro: Invite Courage Into

“Body-Mind”
Moro 1 2 3
Instructions: Stand or sit, depending
upon your physical abilities. Repeat each
exercise 3–5 times. Older persons should
do this 2 times a day.
Step 1. Moro – Flexion of the core
and limbs
Stand up straight and inhale; then
bend your core – all limbs moving to-
ward the center of your body in a 45o
angle with a strong and prolonged ex-
hale. Hold your body in this position for
7 seconds (pic. 1).
Step 2. Moro – Extension of the core and limbs
Next, slowly and actively open the center of your body and spread all your limbs
backwards to a fully extended position in a 45o angle with a strong inhale. Hold your
body in this position for 3-5 seconds (pic. 2).
Step 3. Moro Embrace
Next, slowly and actively move your whole body and limbs to 4a 4b
create an embracing pose while exhaling. Hold your body in this
position for 3-5 seconds (pic. 3).
Repeat Steps 1, 2, and 3 as one cycle movement 3-7 times. Ex-
hale deeply while performing the exercise each time.
Cross-Lateral Moro (flexion-extension)

Bend your opposite limbs – right arm and left leg – and move
them toward the core in a 45o angle with a strong exhale. From
there, move this arm (right) and opposite leg (left) slowly yet ac-
tively outward to a fully extended position from the core while
exhaling (pic. 4a, 4b). Repeat this with the other arm (left) and op-
posite leg (right). Do this exercise sequentially; repeat the cycle
of limbs moving in the opposite directions 3-7 times. Exhale deeply each time while
performing the exercise.
Protocol Part 3. Regulate Protection and Survival
Moro – assisted
1 2
Instructions: Seated or lying down (pic. 5). Repeat each ex-
ercise 3–5 times, exhaling deeply each time. Older persons
should do this 2 times a day.
Step 1. Cross-lateral Moro (passive or active)
Ask the person to bend their right arm and left leg and
help them to move each toward their core in a 45o angle
(pic. 1, 2). Hold the limbs in this flexed position for 7 sec-
onds. Do the same with the other arm (left) and opposite
leg (right). If the person can do this exercise actively, then
ask them to slowly move their arm (right) and opposite
leg (left) against your resistance, backward into a fully ex-
tended position (pic. 3, 4, 5). Do the same with the other
arm (left) and opposite leg (right).
3 4

Protocol Part 4. Strengthen Immunity
5. Six-Ended Star in Action
1 2 3
Six-Ended Star
Instructions: standing or sitting (depending upon your abilities to do this
exercise actively). Stand straight with your arms stretched over your head
and out, and your feet planted firmly on the ground with knees slightly
bent. Repeat 3-5 times.
Step 1. Star Extension - turn the body to sides
Extend your whole trunk and arms and plant your feet firmly into the
ground (knees still slightly bent, pic. 1). Next, slowly, turn your whole
body to one side, keeping your body straight, and then to the other side
(hold for 3-4 seconds, pic. 2,3). Hold stretched position for 7 seconds.
Step 2. Star Extension – turn the body to the side in cha-cha rhythm
Next, continue turning in the Cha-cha rhythm to one side then the
other.
Do these movements a bit faster while exhaling. Hold for 7 seconds;
repeat for 3-5 times.

1 2 3 4
Star Flexion - Circles with Arms

Instructions: stand or sit (depending upon your ability
to do this exercise actively) straight with your arms out-
stretched over your head and out, and your feet planted
firmly on the ground with knees slightly bent.
Step 1. Extend your whole trunk

with arms up and legs pressing into the ground (with
knees slightly bent, pic. 1). Next, slowly flex your whole
body, and put your elbow to your opposite knee (pic. 2).
Step 2. Do four circular movements with arms
with your other arm moving forward and then in a
backward direction (pic. 3, 4). Switch sides.
Do these movements slowly while exhaling. Hold for
7 seconds; repeat for 3-5 times.

6. Extend Arms/Chest:
“V” (Victory) with Arms
V with Arms
Instructions: Do this exercise standing or sitting (depending upon
your ability). Repeat 2-3 times.
Step 1. Put closed hand on opposite clavicle

and bring your opposite arm out and up.
Step 2. Repeat Step 1 on the other side
Bring both arms up together in a ‘V’ shape amd extend both
arms up and out in a cha-cha rhythm.
Do slowly while exhaling. Hold for 7 seconds.

7. Elbows Up and Down:

Chicken Dance
1 2 3
Chicken Dance
Instructions: Do this exercise standing or sitting (de-
pending upon your ability). Repeat 2-3 times. Exhale on
every movement.
Step 1. Move bent elbows actively up and down

Raise your elbows up toward your head and then
bring them down.
Keep your hands in light fist at the level of your

upper chest.
Step 2. Move bent elbows up and down in Cha-

cha rhythm
Do the exercise as above. This time “flap” your

elbows in upward direction in Cha-cha rhythm.

8. Raise Arms/Elbows
Up and Back
Raised Elbows Up and Back

Instruction: Stand or sit (depend-
ing upon your physical abilities) 1 2 3 4
with extended spine and arms
flexed at elbows to approximately
90o and directed straight. Do this
exercise actively upon an exhale
in a standing position with your
feet planted firmly on the ground.
Step 1. Arms Up and Down

(pic.1, 2) Raise your arms up and
behind in one prolonged exhale.
Next, bring them around and
down, then backward (pic.3, 4).
1 2 3 4
Step 2. Arms Up and Down in
Cha-cha Rhythm
Do the same movements in Cha-
cha rhythm.
Do these movements inten-
sively while exhaling. Repeat 3-5
times.

Protocol Part 5. Stabilize Your Body and Be Flexible
9. Spinal Perez
Spinal Perez 1 2
Instructions: Stand or sit depending on physical abilities.
Repeat every step 3-5 times while exhaling.
Step 1. Stroke up along the spine
Press and stroke with your fist or fingers gently and firmly
along the spine from the lower sacrum toward your neck,
going as far you can (pic. 1).
Step 2. Light pressure on the sacrum
Apply pressure on your sacrum at a 45° angle in a forward
and downward direction. Then repeat, this time moving your
sacrum very gently into your hands. Create a good feeling of
micro-stretch in the sacrum area for yourself (pic 2).
Step 3. Perez posture 3a 3b
Stand straight. Stroke with your hand along the spine as
in Step 1. Move slowly with your whole body into the Perez
Reflex pattern – extend your spine and arms. Arms are bent
at elbows, and the head moves forward. (pic. 3a, 3b).

Protocol Part 5. Stabilize Your Body and Be Flexible
1 Spinal Perez – assisted

Instructions: Do this exercise sitting in a chair. Repeat each step 3-5 times,
allowing rest for neurological integration. A person supports throughout
all steps.
Step 1. Stroking along the spine (sensory activation). Your partner

uses her fingers to provide pressure and stroking, with the base of the
palms gently and firmly placed along the spine, and following from the
sacrum up to the neck (pic. 1).
2
Step 2. Light pressure on the sacrum (active)
Your partner applies a pressure on your sacrum at a 45° angle in a
downward direction. You move into her hands (pic. 2). This exercise
should create a good, pleasant feeling of micro-stretching in your sa-
crum area.
Step 3. Activation of sacrum and upper back (active)

3a
After stroking up the spine again, your partner presses simultane-
ously on your upper back and upper sacrum. You move slightly into
her hands, extending your lumbar spine forward.
Step 4. Pressure on the sacrum and shoulder (active)

Your partner provides a pressure simultaneously on one of your
shoulders and the upper sacrum (pic. 3a, 3b). You move lightly into
her hands. Repeat the same with the other shoulder, extending your
lumber spine forward.
3b

Protocol Part 6. ActivateYour Brain Potential, Positive Protection
Hands Supporting 1 2
Instruction: You are standing or sitting. Repeat each
exercise 3–7 times, allowing rest for their neurological
integration.
Exercise 1. Arms forward
Stand in front of a wall at the distance of your out-
stretched arms (pic. 1). Bend your elbows to lean in
against the wall (pic. 2). Next inhale and with an exhale,
start slowly straightening the elbows.
Exercise 2: Push – pull
3 4
With a partner, put your hands together and gently
push and pull with more pressure being given at the
bottom of the palms of the hands (pic. 3, 4). Bring your
hands together; a person pushes at the base of both
your palms simultaneously, and, next, pulls your hands
away from your core.
Game 5
Push to win-win
You and your partner bring the hands together and
gently push against each other for both “to win” (pic.
5).

Protocol Part 7. Be Optimistic, Open to Joy and Well-Being
11. Landau
Landau 1 2
Instructions: You may be standing, sitting, or lying on your
stomach. Organize your breathing while doing these move-
ments – exhale slowly. Repeat each movement 3–5 times. All
movements must create a feeling of active muscle stretch and
provide you with a feeling of body extension and be comfort-
able at the same time. Hold every position for 7 seconds. Re-
lax between every step if you feel the need.
Exercise 1. Whole Landau in joy

Stand or lie on your stomach. Lift your head, arms, trunk
and legs up (or back) with a comfortable range of back-
ward extension (pic. 1) and hold for 7-8 seconds while ex-
haling.
Exercise 2. Landau pushing the leg behind

Stand straight. Lift your arms up, head is straight, one leg
is behind the trunk grounded on ball of the foot. Inhale,
and next, move your trunk backward pushing on leg/foot 3 4
behind with a comfortable range of spine extension (pic.
2) and hold for 5-7 seconds while exhaling deeply and
slowly.
Exercise 3. Landau while in a chair

Sit straight. Lift your arms up, head is straight, sacrum
pushing into chair, feet on floor (pic. 3, 4).
These exercises are also shown below in a sitting position.

Protocol Part 7. Be Optimistic, Open to Joy and Well-Being
Landau – assisted
Instructions: You are sitting on a chair or lying on your
stomach. Do each exercise 3-5 times, allowing
rest in between. 1 2
Step 1. Whole Landau with back of body
With the support of another person bring
your arms up and diagonal. Lift your head
straight; angle your legs slightly apart and ex-
tend your trunk as much as you can.
3
Step 2. Extend your hands a bit backwards
Hold this position for 5-7 seconds on an exhale (pic. 3).
The exercises below are also shown for a lying position

(pic. 4, 5).
4 5

Food for Immunity
Immune system strength is largely influenced • A common cold can last

by the foods we eat, so making sure we maintain a up to two weeks, and may
healthy and nutritional diet is paramount. A Mediter- be caused by nearly 100 dif-
ranean diet that is rich in fresh, seasonal plant-based ferent viruses. Lemon and
foods, for one, is a great way to support cardiovas- cayenne pepper powder
cular, brain and musculoskeletal and immune sys- are commonly used to treat
tem health, notes Dr. Leonard Calabrese, a Professor cold symptoms and can re-
of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College duce symptoms such as con-
of Medicine and Director of the R.J. Fasenmyer Cen- gestion, sore throat and fever. The front line soldier
ter for Clinical Immunology.32 “There are copious in cayenne pepper — capsaicin — activates the hy-
amounts of scientific evidence in the scientific liter- pothalamus, or the cooling portion in the brain that
ature supporting merits of this type of diet,” he says. helps lower the body temperature and fight fever.
Tip: Add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper in your lemon
Additional ways in which you can boost your im- water.
mune system:
• Lemons are high in Vita-
• Garlic is an immune sys- min C, are a natural antioxi-
tem stimulant. It has power- dant and have antiviral and
ful antiviral, antibiotic and antibacterial properties. In
antiseptic properties that can fact, 100 grams of lemon con-
help shorten the duration of tain 40% of the daily norm
a cold or flu. Tip: Consume of Vitamin C. Lemons have
chopped raw, steamed garlic a number of additional health benefits, including
or use as a glycerin extract. preventing bacterial growth and infections, reliev-
• The berries and flowers ing nausea, loosening chest congestion and helping
from elderberry are used maintain gastrointestinal health. Lemon also has a
as medicine. The elderber- hemostatic effect, which minimizes or stops bleed-
ry’s flavonoids contain anti- ing or hemorrhaging. Tip: Add a slice or two of lemon
oxidants that have antiviral, to your water, and a dash of salt to filtered water to also
immune-stimulating prop- help re-mineralize your water. Add honey and lemon
erties. Those flavonoids into hot water to help fight symptoms of a virus.
help reduce swelling in the • Referenced in Hindu
mucous membranes, re- devotional and sacred cer-
lieve nasal congestion and emonies as “the golden
may otherwise reduce the duration of flu by three goddess,” turmeric, a fiery
days. Tip: Take 1 teaspoon of elderberry syrup per day, orange spice, has been a
or three times per day if you develop the flu. celebrated ingredient in In-

dian cooking for millennia. Curcumin, the substance nity. Sea buckthorn is high in vitamins A, B1, B2, B6.
responsible for turmeric’s orange hue, contains po- Tip: Sea buckthorn oil is a popular way to access the vi-
tent antiviral, anti-fungal, anti- cancer and anti-bac- tamins, minerals and omega fatty acids of this super-
terial properties. It also blocks enzymes that promote food. Add a drop or two into your foods or smoothies.
inflammation and pain, such as in the throat and ton-
sils. Tip: Turmeric should be taken with black pepper to • Incorporating root veg-
maximize its medicinal benefits (turmeric rapidly me- etables into your meals is
tabolizes in the liver and intestines). a great way to ingest a vari-
ety of vitamins and minerals.
• Ginger is a powerful Root vegetables include on-
antioxidant that has been ion, carrots, turnips, beets,
shown to naturally boost sweet potatoes, and, as pre-
the immune system. Ginger viously mentioned, garlic.
contains many vitamins, in- Sweet potatoes, for example,
cluding magnesium, iron, are high in vitamin A, and help improve immunity.
zinc and calcium. Ginger or Turnips (an easy replacement for potatoes), deliv-
ginger root can help ward off the symptoms associ- er immunity-boosting Vitamin C. Studies show that
ated with a cold or flu. Tip: Add fresh ginger or ginger beets increase blood flow to your brain. Tip: Chop up
powder to your tea or other meals if you have no intol- a medley of root vegetables, sauté over a low to medi-
erance to this spice. um heat in a sauce pan until soft, about 8-10 minutes.
Add stock to create a nutritional base for a soup, or eat
• Cloves are found in as is.
both whole and grounded
forms, and are an excellent Research shows that a plant-based diet that is com-
spice for boosting sweet posed mostly of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole
and savory foods. Cloves grains, beans/lentils can help change the body’s acid
have high amounts of an- level, also called the pH level. Research has shown
tioxidants, which help the immune system ward off that eating a diet high in alkaline foods (high pH) and
oxidative stress and free radicals. The antibacterial limiting acidic foods can help raise the body’s pH lev-
properties of cloves also aid in spreading bacteria in- els (or improve the alkalinity of the body). Changing
side the mouth. Studies also suggest that the bene- the body’s pH level can help improve your health.
ficial compounds found in cloves help promote liver
health. Tip: Add a sprinkle of cloves to your soups or tea, – Sources: Healthline, WebMD, MD Anderson Cen-
or simmer whole cloves in boiling water for 5–10 min- ter, https://fermilon.ru/zagotovki/konservirovanie/
utes to make a soothing cup of clove tea. solenye-limony-retsepty-otzyvy-rezultaty.html, Dr.
Svetlana Masgutova, Dr. Nelli Ahkmatova, The Herbal
• The leaves, flowers, seeds and fruits of the sea Academy.
buckthorn plant are used
to make medicine. Sea buck- References:
thorn has a vast application 32 Calabrese, Leonard H. “Maintaining a Healthy Immune System: What
of health uses, including the you can do to help,” Cleveland Clinic. https://www.clevelandclinic-
meded.com/specialties/documents/RJF_Booklet_38singlepages.
treatment of gastrointes- pdf
tinal ailments, high blood
pressure, skin conditions,
protecting mucus membranes and boosting immu-

About the Authors
Dr. Svetlana Masgutova has a Ph.D. Dr. Nelly has overseen many MNRI® research studies, in-
in Psychology (1988, Russia) and Associ- cluding a study on the Immunologic effects of Masgutova
ate Professor degree (1992, Russia). She Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration MNRI® Program in
worked as a lecturer at various univer- children and adults with recurrent obstructive bronchitis,
sities (Russia, Poland) and as a scientific allergies and dermic diseases. She currently is researching
researcher at the Russian Educational the effect of MNRI® exercises on the immune-deficits and
Academy. She also received a post-grad- neurodermites of the skin. The program on MNRI® Breath-
uate degree in Clinical Neuro-Speech ing Reflex Integration was created based on the research
Development at the Medical University of her and her colleagues. This program presents the med-
Svetlana Masgutova,
(Poland). Ph.D ical and neuro-physiological aspects of the immune and
She is an active founder of the Svet- hormonal system under distress and challenged health
lana Masgutova Educational Institute for Neuro-Sensory- conditions.
Motor and Reflex Integration, LLC. Dr. Masgutova has Denis Masgutov, MA (1983-2016)
authored over 170 published works on psychology, ed- was the co-founder of the Internation-
ucation, Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration, and sen- al Dr. Svetlana Masgutova Institute in
sorimotor-based development. Dr. Masgutova has been Poland. He served as an International
leading research since 1989 for the MNRI® Institutes, and Specialist of the Masgutova Method®,
has studied the influence of primary sensory-motor pat- had a degree in General Psychology
terns on different aspects of neuro-development and and Psychology of Developmental Pa-
learning. Her work focuses on the concepts of Reflex In- thology/Defectology (Russia), and was
tegration processes to facilitate sensory processing, mo- certified in massage therapy (Russia). He Denis Masgutov, MA
tor-physical and sensory-motor rehabilitation, emotional had significant experience in working
and post-trauma recovery, as well as learning and neu- with adults and children with developmental challenges.
rodevelopmental enrichment. Dr. Masgutova has been Since 2009, Denis was the organizer of the Internation-
teaching her MNRI® programs throughout the world. She al Rehabilitation Camps for children with neurodeficits
is the organizer of over 200 International Neurosensorim- in Poland and the PT and OT specialists’ education pro-
otor Reflex Integration and Rehabilitation Family Confer- gram in MNRI®. He traveled extensively with Dr. Svetlana
ences and workshops for children and adults with neuro- Masgutova in the U.S., Canada, Singapore, Australia, Israel,
deficits and learning challenges. Netherlands, France, and Indonesia. Denis’ primary inter-
Dr. Nelly Akhmatova is a Professor est was focused on the psychological and motor aspects
in Medical Sciences, an immunologist of the neurosensorimotor integration of primary motor
and virologist. She is a scientific worker and reflex patterns, which serve emotional and cognitive
at the Moscow Medical Research Insti- development. In Poland, he used EMG/BTS equipment to
tute by I. Mechnikov of Russian Medical obtain objective data on the correlation of reflex integra-
Academy, and director of the laboratory tion progress with neurostructural changes in over 300
of Immunodeficits and Therapeutic Vac- children with CP and autism. Through this research, he de-
cines. She is part of MNRI® International veloped a deeper understanding of many practical tech-
Team, helping with running Clinics and niques for working with stress, the withdrawal response,
Family Conferences in U.S., Netherlands, Nelli Akhmatova MD., and breathing reflex patterns. Children and their parents
Poland, Indonesia and Russia. Her scien- Ph.D loved Denis for his understanding, support, and enthusi-
tific interest in MNRI® is the study of the asm.
immunological aspects of reflex integration programs.
MNRI® Publications
Parents’ Guide to MNRI® is il- Post-Trauma Recovery: Gen-

lustrated with simple Reflex Pat- tle Rapid, and Effective Treat-
terns for Hand/Arm; Foot/Leg; ment with Reflex Integration is
Core or Gross Motor Coordina- a comprehensive reference book
tion; Trauma, Protection, & Surviv- about the causes of trauma, how
al; Emotional Stability, Fear, and the body responds to it neurolog-
Depression; Oral-Facial and Visu- ically and often continues to hold it
al-Auditory; and Reflex Patterns within resulting in PTSD, the body’s
for Cognitive Activity. It is 60 pag- physiological co-factors that con-
es of full color illustrations and describes treatment for tribute to PTSD, and how to release these over-pro-
over 27 different reflexes along with descriptions of tections.
how the development of this reflex effects us and the Post-Trauma Recovery is also a self-help book
implications for a poorly functioning or pathological in which the reflex exercises which can release the
response. This Parents’ Guide is intended to use for body’s over-protections are demonstrated so an indi-
support with ongoing treatment with a MNRI® CORE vidual can perform them and treat themselves.
Therapist, after attending an intensive MNRI® confer-
ence, or simply for a continued home treatment plan.
Reflexes: Portal to Neurodevelopment and

Learning showcases many as-
pects of MNRI®. It is a compilation
of 120 articles by 60 authors de-
scribing MNRI® history, theory, and
the science behind it, along with
many case studies and testimonial
stories written by Core Specialists,
professionals, parents, and some-
times, the individual themself. This
amazing, eye-opening and compelling book shows
the broad application of MNRI® and how many have
used it to achieve surprising successes. It is available
in printed form (560 pages) or as a pdf.
Journal articles about MNRI®:
The Effect of the MNRI Method on Neurotransmit- Reflex Profile of Children with Down Syndrome
ter Biomarkers of Individuals with Neurodevelop- Improvement of Neurosensorimotor Development
mental Disorders Using the MNRI® Reflex Integration Program
The Impact of MNRI Therapy on the Levels of Neu- Clinical-immunological assessment of therapy
rotransmitters Associated with Inflammatory Pro- effect of the neuro-sensory-motor integration pro-
cesses gram of reflex patterns in airway chronicinflammato-
ry diseases
Physiological Markers and Reflex Pattern Progres-
sion in Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Defi- Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integra-
cits Utilizing the MNRI Method tion (MNRI) Neuromodulation Technique induces
Positive Brain Maps (QEEG) Changes
Effects of MNRI Visual Reflex Neuro-Training on Vi-
sual and Academic Skills of Children with Autism Immunological Efficiency of MNRI Program at
Treatment of Respiratory Diseases
Effect of Reflex Neuromodulation on an Infant
with Severe Amniotic Band Syndrome: A Case Report
on the use of MNRI Techniques for Physical Therapy Influence of Neuro-Sensory-Motor Reflex Inte-
gration Technique on Immune Response of Patients
Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration for Autism: with Herpes-Associated Multiforme Erythema
a New Therapy Modality Paradigm
Immunological Effects of Masgutova Neurosenso-
Neurophysiological Aspects of NeuroTactile Ther- rimotor Reflex Integration in Children with Recurrent
apy of Masgutova Neurosensory Motor Reflex Inte- Obstructive Bronchitis
gration MNRI®Method
The Impact of Rehabilitation Carried out Using the
Influence of MNRI on the Immune Status of Chil- Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration
dren with Down Syndrome Method in Children with Cerebral Palsy on the Re-
sults of Brain Stem Auditory Potential Examinations
Use of a Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration
Program to Improve Reflex Patterns of Children with Flood Trauma Survival and Recovery Using MNRI
Down Syndrome Reflex Neuro-Integration Therapy
Post-Trauma Recovery in Children of Newtown, CT Effect of Reflex Integration Techniques on Dy-

using MNRI Reflex Integration namic of Congenital and Adaptive Immunity in Her-
pes-Associated Patients with Multiforme Erythema
Progress with Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integra-
tion for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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SVETLANA MASGUTOVA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE®

for Neuro-Sensory-Motor & Reflex Integration

Svetlana Masgutova, Ph.D.

Editors: K. Carr, S. Averkamp.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

More information is available at: www.MasgutovaMethod.com

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The world faces a very serious problem — to disease and to sup-

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Part 5. Stabilize Your Body and Be Flexible

Part 6. Activate Your Brain Potential,

Part 7. Keep Open to Enthusiasm

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Viruses require liv- Viruses include chicken pox, common colds,

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A reflex is a genetically inherent specific auto-

The MNRI® system focuses

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— that are collec-

survival on a more conscious choice level (cor- References:

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Pic. 5. Molecule of immunoglobulin 4, IL-10) demonstrates poor performance of the

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References: Akhmatova E., Akhmatova N., Masgutova S. (2016). MNRI: Immuno-

Akhmatova, N., Akhmatova, E. (2016). Influence of MNRI on the Im-

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Trunk Extension – assisted 1 2

Step 1. Push on shoulders - resistance

Step 2. Pushing under palms - resistance 3 4

Step 3. Pushing under elbows - resistance

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2. Head Turn-Spine Rotation

Head Turn–Spine Rotation

3. Breathing: Side Stretch

Breathing – Side Stretch

4. Moro: Invite Courage Into

Cross-Lateral Moro (flexion-extension)

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5. Six-Ended Star in Action

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Star Flexion - Circles with Arms

Step 1. Extend your whole trunk

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Step 1. Put closed hand on opposite clavicle

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7. Elbows Up and Down:

Step 1. Move bent elbows actively up and down

Keep your hands in light fist at the level of your

Step 2. Move bent elbows up and down in Cha-