High-Definition TEs

HD-TES (High-Definition Transcranial Electrical Stimulation) is an advanced form of transcranial electrical stimulation (TES)

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What is it?

Is neuromodulation dangerous?

HD-TES (High-Definition Transcranial Electrical Stimulation) is an advanced form of transcranial electrical stimulation (TES), where multiple small electrodes are placed on the skull to send electrical current through the brain in a more focused and uniform manner.
This enables more accurate and deeper flow delivery into the cerebral cortex and allows us to influence multiple brain regions at the same time.

The technique is used for various neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as depression, pain and cognitive disorders.

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How do we apply it?

Wanneer mag neuromodulatie niet worden toegepast?

Like all other forms of tES, electrodes are placed on the scalp to stimulate a specific part of the brain.
Only part of the administered current will reach the cerebral cortex, as the scalp and skull form a barrier with a lot of resistance. Nevertheless, the strength of the current that reaches the brain cells is sufficient to influence the functioning of the neurons.

HD Tes stimulation is not painful; during the procedure, the patient sits in a comfortable chair.

To achieve an effect, 2 to 3 stimulations per week are performed. Only after 5 to 6 sessions can it be evaluated whether the stimulation will influence the symptoms. A complete treatment consists of at least 8 to 12 stimulations. To maintain the effect, the frequency of the stimulations is gradually reduced after an intensive treatment period.

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At various points in the treatment process, the clinical effect is discussed during a follow-up consultation.
If necessary, a qEEG control will be carried out.