ResearchOnline@ND

Authors

Neil E. O'Connell
Louise Marston
Benedict M. Wand, University of Notre Dame AustraliaFollow
Sally Spencer
Lorraine H. De Souza

Title

Non-invasive brain stimulation techniques for chronic pain. A Cochrane systematic review and meta-analysis

Document Type

Other

Publication Date

2011

Abstract

Poster Presentation

Non-invasive brain stimulation techniques aim to induce an electrical stimulation of the brain in an attempt to reduce chronic pain by directly altering brain activity. They include repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). These approaches to pain treatment are relatively novel. It is important to assess the existing literature robustly to ascertain the current level of supporting evidence and to inform future research and potential clinical use.

Comments

Further information about this conference may be accessed here

The Author:

Dr Benedict Wand

Recommended Citation

O’Connell, N.E., Marston, L., Wand, B. M., Spencer, S., & De Souza, L. H. (2011). Non-invasive brain stimulation techniques for chronic pain. A Cochrane systematic review and meta-analysis. Poster presentation at the World Physical Therapy 2011 Congress. Amsterdam, Netherlands.