Transcranial DC Stimulation in York

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) is a new and exciting therapy for which preliminary research suggests considerable promise. The technology is simple: the polarising effect of applying voltage from a small battery to the scalp stimulates changes in brain function. The polarity can be switched to either activate or inhibit the brain. The small current (around 1 milliamp) can be felt as a light tingling.

The choice of stimulation protocol would be based on assessment of brain function where possible. York Mind-Body Health offers simple but powerful brain assessments as part of a range of assessment options.

Applications of Transcranial DC Stimulation

Research suggests tDCS can help:

• depression, anxiety and other mood disorders
• cognitive performance (learning, memory) suggesting applicability to developmental disorders including ADD / ADHD
• stroke
• migraine