Post-Stroke Neuromodulation with Neur-On Clinic
A new and pioneering era is emerging in clinical approaches to post-stroke rehabilitation in Türkiye. This science-based, multidisciplinary, and neuroplasticity-focused approach aims to integrate innovative neuromodulation techniques into clinical practice as a complement to conventional rehabilitation methods.
Neur-On Clinic provides multidisciplinary services for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of neurological disorders and stands out particularly for its clinical experience and comprehensive approach to post-stroke rehabilitation. With Prof. Dr. Yakup Krespi, one of the leading experts in the field, among its founding team, the clinic places evidence-based and patient-centered practices at the core of neurological recovery.
Within this clinical framework, complementary methods designed to support neuroplasticity are also considered as part of the post-stroke rehabilitation process. In this context, tVNS® (transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation) is evaluated as a supportive neuromodulation method that can be integrated into rehabilitation through protocols planned according to patient selection and individual clinical goals.
Nervovita Medical Technologies works in coordination with the clinical team to support the implementation of these applications in accordance with clinical requirements, providing the necessary technology infrastructure, technical support, and assistance throughout the application process.
The primary objective of this approach is to support the brain’s capacity for reorganization, known as neuroplasticity, during post-stroke recovery and to help make the rehabilitation process more effective within a multidisciplinary framework.
tVNS® is a non-invasive neuromodulation method that delivers mild electrical stimulation through the ear to target the vagus nerve, which is closely associated with the regulation of the autonomic nervous system and several brain functions. Through this stimulation, the aim is to support nervous system regulation, modulate the stress response, and promote mechanisms associated with neuroplasticity and neurological recovery.
tVNS® in Post-Stroke Rehabilitation;
Supporting cerebral circulation,
Modulating nervous system activity,
Contributing to the recovery of upper-limb functions such as arm and hand movement.
An Evidence-Based Clinical Approach
Clinical research conducted at the Universities of Sheffield and Glasgow, including work reported by Baig et al. (2022), has investigated the potential of tVNS® to support mechanisms associated with brain tissue protection, modulation of neuroinflammation, and neural connectivity.
As a non-invasive method that has been investigated for its safety and tolerability, tVNS® is being explored as a supportive option in both early-stage and longer-term rehabilitation settings.
These scientific findings point to the broader modulatory effects of tVNS® on the central nervous system and provide a clinical framework for investigating its potential role not only in motor rehabilitation but also across different aspects of neurological recovery.
A Patient-Centered and Sustainable Clinical Model
Within the collaboration with Neur-On Clinic, tVNS® therapy can be incorporated into the clinical pathway through a model in which:
Treatment may be initiated in a clinical setting during the acute phase,
An individualized treatment plan is determined by the clinical team,
Therapy may be continued at home as part of a long-term treatment plan,
Protocols can be regularly reviewed and adjusted according to the patient’s clinical condition.
Across different clinical conditions, including depression, post-stroke recovery, and swallowing disorders, tVNS® is evaluated as a non-invasive and clinically applicable neuromodulation method. It may offer a complementary option alongside conventional rehabilitation approaches, particularly in patients for whom additional supportive strategies are considered clinically appropriate.
With its experienced medical device team, Nervovita Medical Technologies works in alignment with the clinical assessment and guidance of Neur-On Clinic’s multidisciplinary specialists, with a focus on patient safety, continuity of care, and appropriate implementation of the technology.
This clinical collaboration aims to establish a multidisciplinary and sustainable rehabilitation model in which evidence-based technologies are integrated with real-world clinical needs.
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