ELECTROSTIMULATION for Oxycontin Abusers?!?

[kit10]

Hello everyone. I just found out that a local group in my community is offering some sort of electro stim to help local addicts. To my knowledge this is a fairly new option for the many people in my region to get off of the Oxy's. My county is actually suing the pharmacutical company and it is some sort of method almost gauranteed to painlessly detox the person while still giving you the euphoric feeling of the opiates and rapidly weening you down. Has anyone ever heard of this procedure? My friend just got back from the process and she said that they shave a few pieces of your hair and stick those lil sticky things to your temples which are hooked to a box and every time that your body gets that craving for the opiates it sends an electro shock to your brain secreting the endorphines or seratonin, whichever is correct. . . to your body. They sent her and another group of women to a camp for two weeks and she said that it has worked a miracle for her. She also mentioned that it was also sponsored by local churches, (the housing, food, etc.)  and that they were only going to do the procedure for free for a few months. Thereafter it will be outrageous to have this done. I think she said like 15,000 for the treatment. This is something that I am definately interested in researching and possibly using for a method of becoming clean. If I can take the step of telling the family about my problem and make arrangements for my children and my disabled husband. What is everyone's thoughts or experiences with this? Message me back with any knowledge that you have or have heard about the procedure. I am excited about trying this if it is legit and has low risk of side effects. Thanks again. . .  Jess.

[kit10]

Well there is supposedly only 50 units on the earth and 24 of them are in my neighboring county to use for this study. . . if that tells you how bad of a plague oxy abuse is around here. I have already spoken with a friend of mine that is recruiting ppl to try this out and Im seriously thinking about testing it out. Only problem is I cant depend on anyone to help with my children and husband. She said that she would speak with a supervisor and tell him my situation and about the fact that I want this to be confidential and see if he would let me bring the box home. Hope so. ONly problem is the next time that they are doing this is the monday after next. And every min. here, while detoxing, seems like hours. Dont know if I cant make it that long besides God willing by that time I will have the worst part of the physical wd gone.

[NautyOne]

it is new and i saw it on Dr. phil a while ago.  He was using it to stop a woman from her addiction to chocolate..........you probably won't see it out anytime soon except for the trials.........

[kit10]

Anyone have any thoughts or comments on this procedure that was about all of the info. that I could find??

[kit10]

Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES), (also known as “electrosleep”, “transcranial electrotherapy” and by many other names), involves a form of treatment that sends low intensity microcurrent (under 1 milliampere) to the brain. [1] CES devices function differently from other biomedical electronics, such as deep brain stimulating electrodes (which prevent seizures and hand tremors) [2] and heart pacemakers. While those instruments require surgical implantation, CES operates non-invasively. Designed for home use, the devices deliver current to the brain via a hand held machine to electrodes attached on or behind the ears. [3]

Uses for Brain Health

A wide body of research suggests that the technique effectively treats insomnia, depression and anxiety (the only FDA approved uses). Scientific data also shows promise for other conditions such as pain, tension/migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, and ADHD. CES might also provide benefits for chemical dependencies (such as street and prescription drugs, alcohol, and tobacco); that is, it might help the insomnia, anxiety and depression that often manifest during withdrawal. [4,5]

Patient Experience

Individual responses may vary, but most users report reduced symptoms (such as anxiety) after their first or second treatment.  During use, patients often experience pleasant mental states with increased muscle relaxation yet enhanced mental clarity. They might also feel a pulsing or tingling, sensation in their earlobes, (considered normal), which setting adjustments can alleviate. Positive effects after a single treatment may last up to two days and effects usually become cumulative. [9]

Brain Effects

Researchers don’t fully understand mechanisms involved, but theorize that CES electrical current helps reestablish optimal brain chemistry and improves efficiency of neural connections. [10] One example of research supporting this theory involves electrical engineering simulations conducted by researchers at the University of Texas, Austin. Their brain mapping techniques suggested that minute amounts of current traveled to the brain’s thalamus, enough to enable release of neurotransmitters. [11] Other research conducted by North Dakota State University utilized EEG techniques to quantify changes during administration of CES versus sham treatment. The research showed frequency distribution shifts suggestive of beneficial changes. [12]

Based on current and ongoing research, neuroscientist Dr. James Giordano postulates that CES microcurrent travels to the base of the brain (the brainstem), activating clusters of nerve cells which make the brain chemicals serotonin and acetylcholine. Serotonin is linked to relaxation [13] while acetylcholine is linked to body processes not under conscious control while at rest. [14] Released by nerve cells at the synapse, these neurotransmitters influence pathways within the brain and spinal cord that inhibit arousal and agitation. The resulting “fine tuning” helps the nervous system to restore homeostatic balance and possibly creates brain patterns known as alpha rhythms. Measurable via brain wave recordings (called EEG); scientists often associate alpha states with enhanced mental focus and relaxation. Neurological processes linked to alpha states seem to reduce stress, stabilize mood, and exert control over certain types of pain.




Safety/Precautions

CES has an excellent safety record, few side-effects, and works well for all age groups. CES users sometimes have temporary headaches, lightheadedness, skin irritation from electrodes and rare paradoxical reactions (such as excitement, anxiety, sleep problems, or increases in pre-existing depression). Pregnant or lactating women, people with implanted bioelectrical devices, or those taking supplements or medications affecting the brain or vascular system should first consult with a physician. [24] Of 17 follow-up studies conducted up to two years after treatment, none showed negative effects. [25] Very few major short or long-term problems have therefore been found, and several of the devices carry FDA approval. [26]





According to Dr. Daniel Kirsch, an authority on electromedicine and Chairman of Electromedical Products International, research shows CES to be safe, having good results for a range of brain based disorders. He believes the evidence supports use as a first line treatment for issues it effectively treats.




Writing on behalf of the Houston VA Pain Management Program, psychologists Dr. Gabriel Tan and Dr. Julie Alvarez argue for integrating CES and self hypnosis into multidisciplinary pain treatment programs. Clinic patients usually have intense chronic pain, not helped by analgesics; additionally, they often travel long distances for treatment, having limited means, and social problems. Seeing pain mainly as a physical problem and lacking resources for long treatments, patients often want tangible, fast results. CES and self hypnosis combined therefore meet the need, as they take little time and provide quick results. After getting some measure of relief, patients are often more willing to accept additional psychological help as a part of their treatment plan. [33]

Physician advocates Dr. Marshall F. Gilula and Dr. Paul Barach (in an editorial published by Southern Medical Journal) assert that the device can be a valuable treatment for the approved uses of anxiety, depression, and insomnia. While physicians usually treat those problems with psychoactive drugs, they point out that the medications often pose safety concerns; that is, they have potential for side-effects or dependency. [34] (FDA warnings for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors used for depression, serve as a prime example.) [35] Like psychoactive drugs, CES does require ongoing medical supervision, but it doesn’t have the same potential for problems. Ultimately, they maintain that CES is of great value as a safe, non-drug alternative which can reduce or sometimes even replace medication use. They say that while CES is not a miracle cure, it is at least worthy of consideration. [36]

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[wait2long]

please let us know whats up with this, and any new information you get post it...

[kit10]

Thank you so much hearing this info., has made me feel the best that I have in the last couple of days with the detoxing and everything. I think that I have found my way out of this hell on earth. It is so odd that she just called telling me about her experience not knowing what I am going through, God works in mysterious ways I guess.

[Marce4]

Have not heard anything about this. It sounds interesting but almost too good to be true!  Keep us posted ok?  

[flmagi]

I found the post and pulled it to the top. the post is called   Net. program

[flmagi]

I have only heard one other person mention this and they thought is was great. So I don't have much info for you. You could scroll back about 4 days (I think) and try to find the post. It was something about a box. Sorry I couldn't help any more.