I have worked very much in order to obtain a vagul nerve stimulator. My insurance denies it, although the FDA has approved it and not only does it help to prevent epilepsy. It cost app.25,000 dollars. I have applied to a clinical trial. One of the criteria is that no Mri's or Diathery be used. Along with my therapist we have worked so much to get and give the information about to be accepted. It looks hopeful. Please no negative answers. Thank you for your help.This device does not release nor use any drugs. It is some what like a pace maker It will help with preventing the epilepsy.it has been proven to work with treatment depression and some cases of chronic pain..
2007-12-22 07:23:36 · 1 answers · asked by Jean 4 in Health ➔ Mental Health
A diathermy machine is one used to heat tissue by electrical or ultrasonic means. There are three kinds of diathermy devices, Ultrasonic, Electromagnetic, and Surgical. The first two are used in therapy to induce heat in muscles for therapeutic relaxation. It does not damage tissue. Surgical diathermy is used, usually to heat tissue to cauterize blood vessels; it damages tissue.
For more detailed info type "diathermy" into Yahoo! web search. In the links that come up wikipedia has a short summary.
Good luck with your application, good mental health, peace and Love!
2007-12-22 18:23:59 · answer #1 · answered by Mad Mac 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋