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Do I Need to Adjust My Other Treatments If I Use Alpha-Stim?
Alpha-Stim FAQs
Many people who are considering using Alpha-Stim® to treat their anxiety, insomnia, depression* or pain are often already treating their conditions with some other method. These other treatments often include medications, occupational or physical therapy, chiropractic care, or counseling.
If you’re currently treating anxiety, insomnia, depression or pain and are considering Alpha-Stim, you may be wondering how Alpha-Stim fits into your current regimen.
Here are some answers to common questions and concerns about using Alpha-Stim with other treatments.
*FDA cleared for anxiety, insomnia, and pain only, with approval for depression outside of the United States.
Can I reduce or stop taking my medication when I start Alpha-Stim?
You may find that Alpha-Stim provides so much relief that you want to lower the current dose of your medications.
It is essential that you do not make any changes to your dosage without first consulting with your prescribing physician. He or she can work with you to devise an appropriate and safe plan for adjusting your current medication.
How does Alpha-Stim affect my therapy/hypnosis/EMDR sessions?
Using Alpha-Stim before therapy, hypnosis, or EMDR may actually improve the efficacy of your session. Alpha-Stim lowers anxiety and promotes a sense of calm and relaxation, which will allow for maximal benefit from your other therapies. You may also use your Alpha-Stim during a therapy session to ease your anxiety.
Is it safe to use Alpha-Stim with my medications?
You do not have to stop taking your medications if you do not want to. Alpha-Stim is a drug-free medical device and is safe to use with your current prescription meds without risk of adverse reactions. That being said, it’s always a good idea to talk with your prescribing physician first.
How does Alpha-Stim affect my therapy sessions?
Using Alpha-Stim before therapy could improve the efficacy of your session. This applies for physical therapy, occupational therapy, as well as psychological therapy.
Alpha-Stim helps treat anxiety and promotes a sense of calm and relaxation, which can help allow for increased benefits driven by your other therapies.
You may also use your Alpha-Stim during a therapy session!
If Alpha-Stim isn’t a drug, what is it and how does it work?
Alpha-Stim is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive medical device. It is FDA-cleared for anxiety, insomnia, and pain only, with approval for depression outside of the United States.
Alpha-Stim uses Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) with a patented waveform technology to treat anxiety and insomnia through electrodes that clip onto your earlobes. For the treatment of acute, chronic, or post-traumatic pain, Microcurrent Electrical Therapy (MET) is delivered directly to the site of your pain for non-invasive and immediate relief.
Unlike drugs, Alpha-Stim devices have no risk of addiction or lasting side effects. You can get Alpha-Stim with a prescription in the United States and over the counter in other countries.
My practitioner isn’t familiar with Alpha-Stim, and I have more questions. What do I do?
Our clinical support team is here to help you get the most out of your Alpha-Stim. We are dedicated to helping you integrate Alpha-Stim into your life in a way that works for your unique lifestyle and needs. From protocols to troubleshooting, we are here to answer all of your questions. You can even return your device within 30 days of purchase if you are not satisfied, and get a full refund, minus a 10% restocking fee. You can learn more about return and refund policies here.
It can be intimidating to make a change in the way you are treating your depression, anxiety, insomnia, or pain. But if you are ready for more relief than you are getting from your current treatment plan, or are interested in a non-drug solution, Alpha-Stim is a safe and effective addition that brings real results. Get started today with Alpha-Stim here.
Using Alpha-Stim with Other Treatments
It can be intimidating to make a change in the way you are treating your depression, anxiety, insomnia, or pain.
But if you are ready for more relief than you are getting from your current treatment plan, or are interested in a non-drug solution, Alpha-Stim is a safe and effective addition that brings real results.
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If you need more information about using your Alpha-Stim device check out your user guide or reach out to our Customer Support team here.
