Professor Moti LorberboimHead of the Institute of Nuclear Medicine
The doctors at Top Ichilov Clinic possess a wide range of knowledge and skills, rich experience, and many years of practice in providing medical care at the highest level. In their daily work, the specialists at Top Ichilov Clinic use the most innovative methods and technologies, many of which have been developed by them or with their direct participation.
Thanks to several breakthroughs in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders, Israeli doctors have managed to uncover the essence of the mechanisms behind the development of Alzheimer's disease and invent innovative methods and drugs that will help rid humanity of this unpredictable disease.
Alzheimer's Disease Treatment in Israel: A Breakthrough in Medicine
Alzheimer's disease is considered an incurable condition worldwide, and traditional treatment primarily aims to alleviate symptoms and improve the patient's quality of life. Israel has declared victory over Alzheimer's disease. Is this true?
In Israel, traditional medication therapy is also used to treat Alzheimer's disease, aimed at alleviating the manifestations of neurological pathology and improving the overall condition of the patient.
Traditional treatment of Alzheimer's disease in Israel includes:
- Medication therapy. The medications used to alleviate the course of Alzheimer's disease include second-generation acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (which slow the breakdown of acetylcholine and enhance the functional capacity of the cholinergic system), selegiline (monoamine oxidase type B inhibitors that lower its level and increase dopamine content), the neuroprotective drug memantine (which has neuromodulating effects, normalizes mental activity, and corrects motor function disorders), vitamins (vitamin E), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and symptomatic medications.
- Supportive treatment in the form of physical activity, establishing a proper rest schedule, and dietary regimen. Additionally, patients are encouraged to learn foreign languages and acquire new knowledge.
- Savion computer method. This program, developed by Israeli specialists, is designed to affect the patient's brain, prompting it to work and recall various episodes from life.
Innovative treatment methods for Alzheimer's disease in Israel
- Electromagnetic therapy. The company Neuronix has developed a new device for treating Alzheimer's disease called NeuroAD. The patient's brain is affected by electromagnetic impulses, which allows for partial restoration of the patient's memory. 30 sessions lasting 1 hour each are performed. Soon, the device will be implemented in widespread practice across all medical centers in Israel for treating Alzheimer's disease.
- Deep electromagnetic brain stimulation. This method is based on the therapeutic properties of electromagnetic waves. It is an effective non-invasive surgical method for treating movement disorders using a neurostimulator that sends electrical signals to the brain areas controlling motor functions. The Brainsway system was invented by Israeli scientist Dr. Zangen. The method is carried out using a special helmet equipped with electrodes that send electromagnetic signals to the brain.
- Nasally administered vaccine spray. Clinical trials of the CAD106 vaccine, which targets β-amyloid, are still ongoing. The result of this action is the restoration of inter-neuronal connections. Israeli scientists have developed a nasal spray containing this vaccine.
- Latest generation drugs. Ladostigil. The trials of the drug Ladostigil, which includes properties from several groups of medications – neuroprotectors, MAO-B inhibitors, and cholinesterase inhibitors – are in the final stages. Due to the combination of properties, the drug significantly slows down the destructive processes in the brain in Alzheimer's disease. It can be said that a cure for Alzheimer's disease has been invented; we just need to wait for its mass production. Another drug – Davunetide – is also in the testing phase. This is a super-modern neuroprotective agent that combines the functions of several medications.
- Stem cell treatment. In Israel, stem cell treatment for Alzheimer's disease is carried out very effectively. In the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, stem cell transplantation allows for the restoration of damaged brain cells and prevents the progression of brain tissue atrophy. Stem cells are widely used in Israel for treating various ailments.
Diagnostics in Israel: Accurate Diagnosis in the Shortest Time
High-precision diagnostics for Alzheimer's disease in Israel is conducted within 3 days.
Day One – Specialist Examination
On the first day at the clinic, the patient meets with the leading neurologist. The doctor conducts a general examination, studies the medical history, and reviews the results of previous examinations and treatments. Based on the examination, the doctor creates a new medical history and diagnostic program individually.
Day Two – Diagnostic Investigations
The diagnostic examination is conducted to establish the functional state of the brain and endocrine glands.
- Electroencephalography. This method records the electrical activity of the brain. It allows for the detection of brain activity disorders in various functional disturbances of the central nervous system.
- Computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and positron emission tomography combined with CT of the brain. These methods provide the most accurate images of all brain structures and identify pathological changes in the most remote areas of the central nervous system. Additionally, it is possible to obtain a three-dimensional image of the entire body and detect pathological changes in any organs.
- Thyroid hormone testing. A blood test is performed to determine the levels of thyroid hormones. The production of hormones T3 and T4 depends on the activity of TSH – thyroid-stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland. In cases of TSH deficiency, a decrease in the production of hormones T3 and T4 is observed.
Day Three – Medical Conclusion and Treatment Program Development
On the third day, a council of doctors – neurologists and psychiatrists – gathers. They carefully study the results of the examination and develop an individualized treatment plan for the specific patient. This is one of the advantages of Israeli medicine – the individual approach.
- Computed tomography
- Electrocardiography and Doppler ultrasound
- Diagnostics – PET CT
Cost of Alzheimer's Disease Treatment in Israel
Israel is renowned for its highly developed medicine and highly professional doctors who save the lives of thousands of patients with various diseases every day. Hundreds of thousands come to Israel for treatment, seeking the most accurate diagnostics and successful treatment with the latest methods.
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Is Alzheimer's Disease a Solved Mystery?
Alzheimer's disease has remained the most mysterious condition to this day. Despite the vast amount of research, treatment for Alzheimer's disease has not yielded the expected results. In Israel, research has been ongoing for 25 years to study the mechanisms of development and progression of this neurological hereditary pathology with the aim of creating a perfect treatment method and drug. Finally, Israeli scientists can boast of new discoveries and achievements in the successful treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Although many developments are still in clinical trials, some innovative methods and drugs are already actively used in practice. In a few years, it can confidently be said: Israel has conquered Alzheimer's disease! A cure for Alzheimer's disease has been invented in Israel! But that is in the future. In the present, significant results have certainly been achieved in treating the disease and preventing its progression, but full eradication of the ailment still requires years of hard work.
Alzheimer's disease is a hereditary disease of the central nervous system, characterized by the destruction of connections between neurons due to the accumulation of pathological protein between brain cells. In the early stages, Alzheimer's disease manifests as memory disturbances, behavioral changes (aggressiveness develops), and deterioration of cognitive and intellectual functions of the brain. In the late stages, dementia or cognitive impairment develops. Memory, thinking, language skills, comprehension, and the ability to navigate in space and time are disrupted. Patients lose the ability to walk, speak, eat, and fulfill physiological needs. The most common provoking factors for the development of Alzheimer's disease include genetic predisposition, alcoholism, vitamin B12 deficiency, and brain tumors. Alzheimer's disease affects women more frequently than men, predominantly in older age groups.
Alzheimer's Disease Treatment in Israel – Effectiveness Proven at Top Ichilov
- In Israel – professional doctors who are proficient in both traditional and innovative methods, technologies, and approaches to medication treatment.
- The neurology department is equipped with the most modern devices and instruments for carrying out a treatment and diagnostic program developed using an individual approach. The doctors at Top Ichilov also apply innovative developments from the global pharmaceutical industry and ultra-modern technologies, in which Israeli doctors take direct part.
- For treating Alzheimer's disease in Israel, even the non-invasive surgical Brainway method, to which a doctor from an Israeli clinic contributed, is used. Minimally invasive and non-invasive procedures are prioritized in Israel.
- Price. The cost of Alzheimer's disease treatment in Israel is significantly lower than in Western Europe and America. The pricing policy is structured so that the patient does not make an advance payment, paying for all procedures only after they are completed and only those prescribed to them individually.
- Comfortable conditions are ensured by the staff of the International Department, who continuously accompany patients through all treatment and diagnostic procedures, as well as resolving their everyday issues and leisure questions.
Application for Treatment in Israel
If you or someone close to you has been affected by Alzheimer's disease, do not waste precious time, contact Top Ichilov Clinic in Israel. We will help you address your medical problem quickly and effectively.