Does Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Actually Deliver DC Stimulation: Response to Letter to the Editor

Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a common form of transcranial electric stimulation (tES). It delivers constant, low intensity currents to the brain through spongy type electrodes on the scalp [1]. tDCS has been explored for producing behavioral changes and cognitive enhancement in healthy individuals [2]. Furthermore, tDCS may be helpful in attenuating symptoms of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, and stroke [3,4]. There are currently no FDA approved indications for its clinical use.
Source: BRAIN STIMULATION: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Research in Neuromodulation - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research