Steven Frossard is a motocross rider, French champion and world vice-champion. In 2015, he crashed during a competition and suffered a spinal fracture with displacement and compression of the spinal cord. In this testimony about Allyane, he recounts his back care and the benefits brought about.
Testimonial: How did you discover Allyane?
I met Allyane during a stay I spent at Massues Center in LyonIndeed, I had a spinal injury (T12). I also suffered a fracture with displacement and compression of the spinal cord. I was therefore paralyzed from the waist down. Initially, the doctors told me I wouldn't walk again, given the extent of the damage and the severe compression.
After two months at Les Massues, I was offered something different: the Allyane method. I accepted almost immediately. At that time, I was still in a wheelchair. I was just starting to be able to stand up with crutches.
What has the Allyane method brought you?
It was incredible for me! It was a gradual process; before starting treatment, I could barely stand with crutches. I had no balance. After the session, I was able to stand still, without any help. I felt anchored to the ground, like someone could have pushed me and I would have stayed balanced without any difficulty. This was the first step of the session.
Then we did another exercise with sounds, I had to imagine certain things like thinking about my previous approach.
Before the session, I was unable to walk without crutches, and afterward, the practitioner asked me to walk without them. I was surprised, given that I thought it would be difficult, but I managed to do it. My gait wasn't perfect, but compared to what I was able to do an hour and a half earlier, the effect was frankly impressive. I think it's difficult to say exactly how much time I've gained in rehabilitation, but it must be significant. Furthermore, it has a positive impact on morale: you see that you're making progress. I saw progress in just one 1.5-hour session, so naturally, it gives you hope.
I would like to thank Allyane because I think this support has broadened my horizons. I've seen that there's a lot to be done mentally in sports. I've also come to understand that the brain has a significant impact on health.