PoNS®: A nonsurgical device that improves walking ability for those with multiple sclerosis (MS)1-3
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What is PoNS?
MS in the Veteran Community
MS impacts Veterans
MS is on the Rise
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PoNS is proud to share Captain Byrne’s story
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Meet Kevin Byrne, a retired U.S. Veteran
“After living with MS since 1999, gait difficulties took away my most valued treasure: quality adventures with my 13-year-old daughter. My focused PoNS Therapy® helped me improve my walking, and as a result… I experienced freedoms such as increased walking speed, endurance, and distance. As a reward for her support and motivation, Rogue and I will vacation in New York City to walk the streets of Manhattan and enjoy our favorite Broadway musicals! Thank you for the experiences I thought were lost forever.”
Witness Captain Byrne’s Progress Before and After PoNS Therapy
Individual results and experiences may vary. Talk to your doctor to see if PoNS is right for you.
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What is PoNS Therapy?
PoNS + PT = PoNS Therapy
PoNS Therapy is a comprehensive, one-on-one, 14-week program under the supervision of a trained physical rehabilitation specialist, also known as a PoNS Trainer. Throughout the 14 weeks, the participant completes therapeutic exercises while using the PoNS device to improve walking ability.1-3
The PoNS device is portable. That means PoNS Therapy can be completed primarily at home with check-ins from a PoNS Trainer.
If you’re receiving PT but your provider isn’t a PoNS Trainer, we encourage you to direct them to our FREE 100% online training by visiting our PoNS Training Page.
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Individual results and experiences may vary. Talk to your doctor to see if PoNS is right for you.
PoNS Takes PT Further:
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Vendor: Lovell Government Services
SBA Category: SDVOSB
CAGE: 71G35
EIN: 46 – 3795418
UEI: MNH3STM1FTS6
DUNS: 079230337
Vendor Contact:
Office: 850-684-1867
Fax: 850-254-9853
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Indications:
The PoNS® device is indicated for use as a short term treatment of gait deficit due to mild to moderate symptoms from multiple sclerosis and is to be used as an adjunct to a supervised therapeutic exercise program for adults 22 years of age and over by prescription only.
Contraindications:
The PoNS® device delivers electrical stimulation directly to the surface of the tongue. Precautions for use are similar to those for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). Electrical stimulation should not be used:
- If there is an active or suspected malignant tumor
- In areas of recent bleeding or open wounds
- In areas that lack normal sensation
The PoNS® has not been tested on, and thus should not be used by individuals who are pregnant. Do not use the PoNS® if you are sensitive to nickel, gold or copper. For more information on safety and functional outcomes, click here.
REFERENCES
- Tyler ME, Kaczmarek KA, Rust KL, Subbotin AM, Skinner KL, Danilov YP. Non-invasive neuromodulation to improve gait in chronic multiple sclerosis: a randomized double blind controlled pilot trial. J Neuroeng Rehabil. 2014;11:79.
- Leonard G, Lapierre Y, Chen J-K, Wardini R, Crane J, Ptito A. Noninvasive tongue stimulation combined with intensive cognitive and physical rehabilitation induces neuroplastic changes in patients with multiple sclerosis: a multimodal neuroimaging study. Mult Scler J Exp Transl Clin. 2017;3(1):2055217317690561.
- Helius Medical, Inc a Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS) Real-World Evidence Study August 2, 2020.
Veterans With Multiple Sclerosis. National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-support/find-support-groups-and-programs/veterans-with-msMultiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence. VA U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (n.d.).
https://www.va.gov/MS/RESOURCES/FAQ_index.aspWilliams AE, Vietri JT, Isherwood G, Flor A. Symptoms and association with health outcomes in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: results of a US patient survey. Mult Scler Int. 2014;2014:203183. doi: 10.1155/2014/203183