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Trans-Spinal Direct Current Stimulation in Neurological Disorders: A systematic review
Juan José Fernández-Pérez1, Diego Serrano-Muñoz, Hector Beltran-Alacreu
1Toledo Physiotherapy Research Group (GIFTO), Faculty of Physiotherapy and Nursing of Toledo, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo, Spain.
Trans-spinal direct current stimulation (tsDCS) shows potential for reducing spasticity and pain in neurological conditions. However, more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness due to varied results and limited replication.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Trans-spinal direct current stimulation (tsDCS) is a noninvasive technique applying electrical current to spinal levels.
- Its clinical effectiveness, feasibility, and safety in neurological patients remain largely undetermined.
- This review systematically evaluates tsDCS for neurological conditions.
Conclusions:
- Anodal tsDCS shows promise for specific clinical outcomes in neurological diseases, but findings are heterogeneous and require replication.
- tsDCS was found to be feasible and safe for application.
- Further research is essential to validate tsDCS efficacy in neurological populations.
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