Brain Stimulation Centre inaugurated at Lalitha PVS Institute of Medical Sciences in Guntur

The Lalitha Brain Stimulation Centre was inaugurated on October 11, 2026, at the Lalitha PVS Institute of Medical Sciences in Guntur by MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu. This new facility brings repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) therapy into the realm of comprehensive stroke rehabilitation services. Its purpose is to enhance recovery and overall quality of life for stroke survivors and those with specific neurological conditions, as explained by Dr. P. Vijaya, Head of the Neurosciences Department.

Dr. Vijaya highlighted that the non-invasive rTMS procedure employs magnetic pulses to activate specific brain areas and regulate neural activity. This treatment can aid patients dealing with limb weakness, speech issues, spasticity, and various cognitive impairments. However, rTMS is not intended to replace traditional rehabilitation methods such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy; instead, it works alongside them.

The hospital has also been offering VitalStim therapy to selected stroke patients with swallowing difficulties for the past year. Other advanced rehabilitation tools include robotic gloves, botulinum toxin injections to alleviate muscle stiffness, cutting-edge gait trainers, and specialized swallowing rehabilitation. The institute ensures a holistic approach to stroke care by combining neurological assessment, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech and language therapy to tailor recovery plans to individual needs.

While prompt treatment is vital during a stroke's acute phase, specialized rehabilitation significantly contributes to survivors' ability to regain mobility, communication skills, and independence. The institute aims to bolster its stroke care services by merging clinical expertise, state-of-the-art technologies, and coordinated rehabilitation efforts to improve functional outcomes and patients' quality of life.