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The University Hospital La Luz has announced a significant advance in the treatment of patients who have suffered a stroke by incorporating an innovative non-invasive neuromodulation technique. This new methodology aims to improve language recovery and mobility in those affected by this type of cerebrovascular accident, which stands as one of the leading causes of mortality and disability in adults.
A stroke occurs due to the interruption of blood flow to the brain, either due to the blockage of an artery or the rupture of a blood vessel. This critical event can lead to the death of neurons in the affected areas, often resulting in severe and immediate consequences. In Spain, over 100,000 stroke cases are recorded annually, and it is estimated that nearly one-third of the patients who experience it suffer from consequences that impact their autonomy and quality of life.
Among the most common aftereffects are the loss of strength in the limbs and language disorders, such as aphasia, which hinder communication. To address these challenges, the University Hospital La Luz has introduced transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). This technique employs low-intensity electrical currents applied through the scalp, modulating neuronal activity and promoting neuroplasticity— the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new connections following an injury.
Dr. David Pérez Martínez, head of the Neurology Department at the hospital, emphasizes that tDCS represents a fundamental advancement in post-stroke rehabilitation. Combined with speech therapy, this technique can facilitate both the production and understanding of language in patients with aphasia, as well as enhance the brain’s response during physiotherapy, thereby aiding the recovery of strength and coordination in those with motor impairments.
Notably, tDCS is a painless and non-invasive procedure, allowing for its easy integration into conventional rehabilitation programs under expert supervision. “Our goal is to harness the capabilities of the brain itself to accelerate functional recovery and improve patient autonomy,” concludes Dr. Pérez. This combination of traditional treatments with new brain stimulation technologies opens a new horizon in stroke management, offering renewed hope to patients and their families.
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