TDCS transcranial electrical stimulator DC

The DC-STIMULATOR is a stimulator for cranial electrotherapy that provides stimulation using weak direct current (transcranial Direct Current Stimulation tDCS) within non-invasive interventional neurophysiology. The electrical charge and current density applied are far below the threshold for releasing a stimulus and have a modular effect on existing neuronal elements. Depending on the duration, current, current density and frequency, the stimulation is effective in inhibiting or activating cortical activity. The DC-STIMULATOR is used for transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for reduction of depressive symptoms. It can be applied as monotherapy or in combination with other treatments. For patients with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) medication and failure to another drug, no further benefit of tDCS beyond unspecific (placebo) effects can be expected. Features The DC-STIMULATOR is a micro-processor-controlled constant current source. It meets the highest safety standards thanks to (hardware- and software-based) multistage monitoring of the current path. By continuously monitoring electrode impedance it can detect insufficient contact with the skin and automatically terminate stimulation. This is a reliable method of excluding any injury to the patient. 1 channel, unipolar (DC) stimulation adjustable range of current max. 2,000 µA adjustable application time up to 30 minutes anodal and cathodal stimulation stimulation mode: tDCS (continuous stimulation) warning tone indicates any problems during stimulation Hardware & Software Options Study mode The study mode encodes sham and active stimulation using one out of 200 5-digit codes.