🧠 Translingual Neuromodulation with PoNS™
Boost neuroplasticity to accelerate functional recovery
🔎What Is the PoNS™ Device and How Does It Work?
The PoNS™ (Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator) is a non‑invasive medical device that delivers mild electrical pulses to the tongue. These pulses activate the trigeminal (V) and facial (VII) cranial nerves, sending signals to the brainstem and cerebellum—key hubs for motor control, balance and coordination.
By enhancing communication within the central nervous system, PoNS™ promotes neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to reorganize after injury such as a concussion or stroke.
The brainstem plays a crucial role in transmitting signals between the brain, spinal cord, and cerebellum, and regulates vital functions such as breathing and heart rate. The cerebellum, in turn, is involved in coordinating movement, maintaining muscle tone, and ensuring postural balance.
📚 Evidence Behind Translingual Neuromodulation
When combined with targeted physical therapy, PoNS™ has been shown to:
- Improve gait and balance after stroke or mild‑to‑moderate traumatic brain injury, including concussion
- Increase postural stability and motor coordination
- Enhance motor performance, working memory and reduce fatigue in multiple sclerosis.
These encouraging results led Health Canada to license PoNS™ for:
- Mild‑to‑moderate multiple sclerosis
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Mild‑to‑moderate traumatic brain injury / concussion
Large‑scale trials are ongoing to expand the evidence base.
🧬 Who Can Benefit from PoNS™ Therapy?
At Neuro‑Concept, every candidate undergoes a rigorous assessment to confirm suitability—PoNS™ is not appropriate for all neurological conditions.
Our strengths:
- Interdisciplinary team (occupational therapists, physiotherapists, kinesiologists)
- Advanced expertise in neurorehabilitation
- Integration with cutting‑edge tech (VR, FES, balance platforms)
- Custom protocols aligned with your goals—on‑site or 100 % remote for clients in distant locations
🌟Additional Observed Benefits
In addition to motor improvements, some patients report cognitive and emotional benefits:
- Reduced anxiety
- Improved focus and attention
- Decreased mental fatigue
These effects are not the primary targets of the treatment, but they are frequently observed during clinical follow-ups.
Contact us for more details or to book your initial evaluation and see if PoNS™ fits your recovery plan.