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Alpha-Stim SCS
The Alpha-Stim SCS treats anxiety, depression, and/or insomnia with tiny electrical currents similar to those found naturally in the body, using a method called cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES).
The treatment is simple. The current is applied by easy-to-use clip electrodes that attach to your ear lobes.
Alpha-Stim Product Features |  | Alpha-Stim 100
For treating multiple pain areas, and the axiety, insomnia and depression often associated with chronic pain | | Alpha-Stim SCS
For treating anxiety, insomnia and depression without pain | | Alpha-Stim PPM
For treating simple pain problems on one or two areas of the body, without attendant anxiety, insomnia and depression |
| Primary Indications | | | | | | |
Pain | | X | | | | X |
Anxiety | | X | | X | | |
Insomnia | | X | | X | | |
Depression | | X | | X | | |
| Treatment Methods | | | | | | |
Probes for Pain | | X | | | | |
Electrodes for Pain | | X | | | | X |
Ear Clips for CES | | X | | X | | |
Five (5) Year Warranty | | X | | X | | X |
Access to clinical and technical support | | X | | X | | X |
For Clinical Application. This device is sold only
to or by the order of a licensed practitioner.
ASSCS NOT AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE IN CANADA - This item can not be sold to Canada.
What does it feel like?
You may feel a slight tingling sensation under the electrodes, but it is not necessary to feel this in order to achieve results. Most people feel nothing at all except positive results.
How can the Alpha-Stim SCS help?
The Alpha-Stim SCS empowers you to control your anxiety, depression, and/or insomnia. Used just 20 to 60 minutes every day, every other day, or on an as-needed basis, it can help induce a relaxed state and enable the user to focus attention on the task at hand. The Alpha-Stim SCS is well tolerated and very safe in contrast to drugs, many of which have been proven to have undesirable side effects and can be addictive.
The Alpha-Stim SCS leaves the mind alert. The person undergoing CES treatment will often report a pleasant, relaxed feeling of well-being. Anxiety reduction is usually experienced during treatment, but may be seen hours later, or even the day after treatment. Depression and insomnia control is generally experienced after one to two weeks of daily treatment.
Maintenance of a relaxed, yet alert state is generally achieved with treatments three times per week. As a result, the Alpha-Stim SCS is suitable for clinical or home use.
What scientific research has been conducted?
At present, there are over 125 research studies on CES in humans and 29 experimental animal studies. The overwhelming majority of the scientific research is extremely positive. No significant lasting side effects have been reported.
Harvard University School of Public Health, Department of Health Policy and Management found: "The meta-analysis of anxiety showed CES to be significantly more effective than sham (P<.05)." (Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of cranial electrostimulation: efficacy in treating selected psychological and physiological conditions by Dr. Sidney Klawansky et al. Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease, 183(7):478-485, 1995.
Prescribing Information
Caution statement for United States:
Federal law (USA only) restricts this device to sale by, or on the order of, a LICENSED HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONER. Outside the USA it is available world wide without a prescription but consultation with a qualified health care professional is recommended for difficult and unresponsive problems or when used with pharmaceuticals or other therapeutic intervention.
For possible insurance reimbursement:
Insurance reimbursement for your Alpha-Stim varies widely and mainly depends upon your insurance policy and carrier. Many plans that cover durable medical equipment will pay for the Alpha-Stim. Call us at 800-521-4640 or email sales@bio-medical.com for more information on insurance reimbursement.
Specifications
- Power Source: one 9-volt battery (included)
- Current: 10 to 500 ľA continuously adjustable
- Frequency: 0.5 Hz (pulses per second)
- Waveform: bipolar asymmetrical rectangular waves, 50% duty cycle, 0 net current
- Mechanical: height: 10 cm, width: 7.5 cm, depth: 2.3 cm, weight: 106 gm with battery
CE conformity statement for Europe: The Alpha-Stim SCS is a Class IIa, Type B medical device. It has been independently tested by outside agencies in order to provide assurance of conformity to applicable standards for medical equipment safety and electromagnetic compliance.
