Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS)
Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS) is a new and advanced non-invasive brain stimulation technique that involves the impact of shock waves on certain parts of the brain, which causes a therapeutic effect
In 2018, transcranial pulse stimulation (TPS) with the NEUROLITH® system was approved for the treatment of the central nervous system in patients with Alzheimer's disease as the only hardware technique method available today.
In 2018, transcranial pulse stimulation (TPS) with the NEUROLITH® system was approved for the treatment of the central nervous system in patients with Alzheimer's disease as the only hardware technique method available today.
How is the procedure performed?
The treatment consists of a course of painless procedures. The device generates a series of shock wave pulses, which are directed by a sensor to the corresponding part of the brain. These pulses promote:
Main features of TPS-therapy:
- Vascular dilation
- Stimulation of stem cell migration to the areas treated with shock waves and launch of neuronal proliferation factor
- Stimulation of endothelial factor, which causes the formation/growth of new blood vessels (microangiogenesis)
Main features of TPS-therapy:
- The course of treatment consists of 6-9 TPS procedures
- The procedure lasts about 30 minutes
- The procedures are non-invasive, safe and painless
- No need to shave your head
- Causes significant improvement in cognition and praxis
- Antidepressant effect
What diseases can be treated with TPS?
- Dementia
- Alzheimer's disease
- Frontotemporal dementia
- Dementia in Parkinson's disease
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Other neurological disorders:
- Parkinson's disease
- Spinal cerebellar ataxia type 1 (SCA1)
- Aphasia
- Corticobasal degeneration
- Post-stroke rehabilitation
Alzheimer's disease and TPS treatment
Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS®) is a therapy technique that has been authorized in Europe since 2018 for treating Alzheimer's disease of mild to moderate severity. The objective of Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS) is to enhance cognitive functions in individuals suffering from Alzheimer's dementia by activating various regions of the brain and sustaining this condition for as long as feasible. Patients and their relatives have observed enhancements in linguistic skills, memory, spatial awareness, and a decrease in symptoms of concurrent depression.
FAQs about TPS
TPS therapy is painless. The only discomfort can be caused by sounds that occur during the procedure
No, TPS therapy is a non-invasive and safe method. It does not cause any long-term negative effects. Only minor redness on the head and mild tinnitus are rarely possible, and they disappear over time.
The patient may notice the first signs of improvement after 3-4 sessions, and the greatest effect is felt a few weeks after completing the entire therapy cycle. After completing the course of treatment, it is recommended to undergo one TPS session every three months as a maintenance treatment.
You should bring a disk with the latest MRI of the brain. Due to the use of ultrasonic gel for stimulation, it is necessary to wash your hair after the procedure, so it is advisable to bring a brush. Towels, shampoo and hair dryer are available in the clinic. Patients with long hair are asked not to secure their hair with hairpins. Please do not use hair styling products (gels, sprays, conditioners, pastes) before the procedure. It is not recommended to drink alcohol, smoke and consume excessive amounts of caffeine.
Contraindications to the TPS procedure:
- thrombosis
- pregnancy
- brain tumor
- cortisone therapy up to 6 weeks before the first procedure
- presence of metal foreign bodies in the skull (e.g. stents, fragments)
- pacemaker
Make an appointment
If you choose treatment in our clinic, the doctor consultation is free.
The cost of the consultation will cover part of the treatment course.
The cost of the consultation will cover part of the treatment course.
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Brainspot 2021-2024
Brainspot 2021-2024
Lviv, Ukraine,
127 Zamarstynivska St.
(entrance from Torfyana St)
127 Zamarstynivska St.
(entrance from Torfyana St)
