Transcranial Direct-Current Stimulation (tDCS)
Pregnancy: Use with caution
The passage of low electric current through the skull to stimulate parts of the brain towards treatment. It is similar to TMS
Caution
1. Generally safe
2. Side effects include
Headaches
Nausea
Dizziness
Skin irritation
Flashes of light seen in the eye
3. Not safe in Epilepsy
Therapy for:
Depression
May also be tried for:
PTSD
Anxiety
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Pain
Parkinsons Disease management
Post Stroke
Comments
Home administered kits are currently available
It belongs to a group of techniques called Transcranial Electrical Stimulation (TES)
Humans have applied electricity for medical intervention for over 100 years
Diabetes: Use with caution
Children: Safety uknown
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