Transcranial Pulse Stimulation in Rehabilitation: From Osteoarthritis Pain to Neurodegenerative Disorders

Monday, May 18, 2026

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PT

Location: 107 & 108

Ideal Audience:Physicians, Researchers, Residents/Fellows

Course Director(s)

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Gilson Shinzato, MD

Physiatrist – Specialist in Shockwave Therapy and Transcranial Pulse Stimulation
Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (IMREA) – Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, Brazil

Speaker(s)

Marta Imamura, MD, PhD (she/her/hers)

Associate Professor
Departamento de Medicina Legal, Bioética, Medicina do Trabalho e Medicina Física e Reabilitação, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, BR.
leandro h. yoshioka, MD

Physiatrist – Chief of Inpatient Rehabilitation
Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (IMREA) – Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School (HCFMUSP), São Paulo, Brazil
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Sabrina S. uchiyama, MD

Physiatrist – Specialist in Rehabilitation
Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (IMREA) – Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo (FMUSP), São Paulo, Brazil

Moderator(s)

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Linamara R. Battistella, PhD

Professor Titular of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation / Physiatrist
Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (IMREA) – Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo (FMUSP), São Paulo, Brazil

Brief Session Description : This session will explore Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS) as an emerging neuromodulation therapy in neurorehabilitation. Evidence will be presented on TPS applications for chronic pain, progressive neurodegenerative diseases (Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s), and post-stroke recovery through enhancement of neuroplasticity. Participants will gain insights into biological mechanisms, recent clinical findings, and ongoing trials, with opportunities for interactive discussion. The session aims to provide clinicians and researchers with an updated and practical perspective on how TPS may shape the future of rehabilitation in neurological disorders.

Session Objectives:

Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to evaluate the clinical evidence and discuss the therapeutic applications of Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS) in neuromodulation for pain, progressive neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, and in enhancing neuroplasticity after stroke.
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