NEUROMODULATION
NEUROMODULATION
Using neuromodulation to specifically influence the nervous system: relieve pain,
Improve symptoms & functions.
Neuromodulation is a revolutionary medical treatment that aims to influence the activity of the nervous system by using a device that delivers electrical impulses to stimulate specific regions in the brain.
This technique is used to alter nerve signals, relieve pain, improve neurological function, and treat other symptoms. It is used in the treatment of neurological, chronic, and mental health disorders.
How Neuromodulation Works
FUNCTION
The central and peripheral nervous systems are constantly communicating via electrical signals. Sometimes there can be problems with this communication, causing pain or other health problems.
Neuromodulation uses various devices that send gentle electrical impulses to enhance or alter neural activity and thus relieve symptoms.
It's like helping a poorly received radio to play more clearly by adjusting the signal strength or frequency.
NEUROMODULATION TECHNIQUES
Neuromodulation techniques and treatment of diseases & symptoms
At the INUSpherese® Center Dr. Putz, the focus is mainly on transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and transauricular vagus nerve stimulation (TAVNS) . These techniques are safe, clinically validated and non-invasive.
TECHNOLOGY
TRANSCRANIAL DIRECT CURRENT STIMULATION (tDCS) WITH NEUROHELM
tDCS is a safe, non-invasive neuromodulation technique that allows experts to specifically influence certain brain regions. Gentle, painless direct current impulses can be used to regulate nerve activity and treat
depression
Seeks
learning disorders
Parkinson's disease
stroke
migraine
chronic pain and
neurological disorders after Covid
neurological rehabilitation.
The treatment is carried out using the so-called "helmet" (see picture), which applies low electrical currents to specific regions of the brain. The gentle electrical stimulation modulates neuronal activity and facilitates healing processes in the brain.
TECHNOLOGY
TRANSAURICULAR VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION (TAVNS) THROUGH THE EAR
Stress makes us sick. In the long term, stress causes chronic inflammation, cancer, autoimmune diseases and arteriosclerosis. The vagus nerve is the counterpart of the stress system (sympathetic nervous system). It brings everything back into balance.
By influencing the neuronal activity of the vagus nerve through the skin, a wide range of body functions can be treated:
Control of the autonomic nervous system causes inflammatory reactions to stagnate by up to 78 percent
stress relief.
“Brain fog” in Long Covid or ME/CFS
Epilepsy can be improved
Treating mood leads to good results in depression and anxiety
Controlling the circulatory center in the brain stem brings good results in circulatory disorders, lymphedema, wound healing disorders and chronic pain
The vagus nerve controls many aspects of our behavior and connects important organs to our brain by transmitting signals from the body to the brain. It helps keep the body in balance and ensures that bodily functions work optimally.
This treatment method has enormous potential to improve the patient's emotional well-being and overall physiological balance.
This innovative, modern treatment is carried out via the auricular part of the vagus nerve, which is the part of the nerve that runs over the ear, and is non-invasive. The vagus nerve stimulator is securely attached to the ear.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS OF NEUROSTIMULATION:
CASE STUDIES AND TREATMENT SUCCESSES
Examples where we have clearly achieved treatment success with neurostimulation:
EXAMPLES
stroke rehabilitation
Movement disorders in advanced Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis
treatment of depression and anxiety
Treatment of severe dizziness
migraine
Neurological Rehabilitation
PROCESS OF NEUROMODULATION -
THERAPY
After an initial consultation and neurological testing, a decision is made as to which treatment method is most suitable for the patient.
The “helmet” and/or the vagus nerve stimulator is tested on the patient’s ear for about 30 minutes. Improvements are usually noticed immediately.
After 4-5 hours of training on site in the practice, the patient receives a training plan for home, including the device required for therapy (“helmet” or vagus nerve stimulator).
Alternative:
If the patient later decides to undergo training therapy at home with the “helmet” or the vagus nerve stimulator, the training sessions on site will be credited.
SIDE EFFECTS tDCS
tDCS is a non-invasive method with few side effects and carries hardly any risks.
Individual patients report temporary mild headaches, nausea and fatigue.
If used incorrectly, local redness or slight burns may occur in the area of the pads.
CONTRAINDICATIONS tDCS
Patients must be of adult age. tDCS must not be used in patients who have the following:
pacemaker or defibrillator
Scalp diseases, wounds on the scalp, impure scalp
tattoos on the scalp
patients with skull trepanation
scars after craniocerebral surgery
epilepsy
brain tumors
brain stimulator
SIDE EFFECTS TAVNS
Transauricular vagus nerve stimulation is a non-invasive method with few side effects and hardly any risks.
If used incorrectly, local redness or slight burns may occur in the area of the pads.
Temporary itching at the contact site, temporary slight redness/burning at the contact site, temporary hoarseness
CONTRAINDICATIONS TAVNS
Should not be used in people with implanted pacemaker/defibrillator, hearing aid implant.
