What is Neuromodulation? 

For people afflicted with chronic pain there historically haven’t been many options for relief. However, there are non-invasive, evidence based clinical treatments that have emerged over the last several decades. This week, we’ll discuss neuromodulation as a concept and how it’s been applied in real clinical settings to improve people’s quality of life. 

Types of neuromodulation

Invasive Techniques

  • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

  • Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)

  • Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)

Non-Invasive Techniques

  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

  • Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)

Real World Clinical Uses of Neuromodulation

Neuromodulation has been used to address the following:

  • Parkinson’s Disease

  • Major Depressive Disorder

  • OCD

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