While there is currently no curative treatment, modern care focuses on:

Preserving function for as long as possible

Reducing symptom burden

Supporting quality of life

Maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life

Neuromodulation is used as an adjunctive, supportive therapy, integrated within multidisciplinary neurological care.

The Rationale for Neuromodulation in MND

MND involves not only motor neuron degeneration, but also network-level dysfunction across the motor cortex, premotor regions, and associated cortical networks.

Research has demonstrated:

electrical current

Cortical hyperexcitability in early and mid-stage MND

Altered motor network connectivity

Brain Support

Central fatigue and cognitive strain in some patients

Neuromodulation aims to influence these dysfunctional networks, supporting efficiency of remaining neural circuits rather than attempting disease reversal.

FAQ's

What are the goals of Neuromodulation treatment in MND

Our programs are designed with realistic, patient-centred goals, which may include:

  • Optimising cortical efficiency of surviving motor pathways
  • Reducing cortical hyperexcitability where present
  • Supporting motor planning and coordination
  • Addressing central fatigue and mental effort
  • Supporting autonomic balance and stress regulation
  • Enhancing overall quality of life

Neuromodulation is not positioned as a cure, but as part of a broader supportive strategy.

In Partnership with SOZO Brain Center