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Electrotherapy
U.S. FDA-cleared electrical device offers hope for depression, anxiety, pain and insomnia
August 28th, 2006
Moeller Medical, LLC announces its distribution of an FDA-cleared electrical device that effectively treats depression, anxiety, insomnia, and pain. Unlike traditional 'shock therapy,' this treatment, called Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES), delivers a dose of electricity that is almost undetectable. These "micro-currents" attempt to mimic the body's own natural electrical function. In doing so, it is thought that they stimulate the areas of the brain responsible for neurotransmitter and hormone production. Most users report a feeling of overall well-being after use. In addition, clinical studies have shown an increase in both serotonin and beta-endorphin...
Source: Mental Health Weekly Digest (2006-08-28)
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