Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which specialist doctor should you consult for chronic pain?A pain physician or an anesthesiologist is the specialist who deal with chronic pain.
2. How long does the effect of Scrambler therapy last?
Usually, the pain relief may last for several weeks or months depending upon the patient's primary condition and improvement.
3. How is Scrambler therapy different from TENS? (Trans-electrical Nerve Stimulation?)
TENS is a neuro stimulation technique that transmits signals from the site of pain to the spinal cord and works on the Gate theory of pain. It acts on the site of pain and the voltage used is much higher as compared to Scrambler therapy. Whereas Scrambler therapy is a neuro-modulating technique that sends artificial signals that are decoded as Non- painful by the brain.
4. Is Scrambler therapy covered in medical re-imbursements/ insurance claims?
No, currently most of the re-imbursement companies do not include Scrambler therapy in the standard treatment. However, several legal authorities have highlighted this and it is likely to be inclusive as an adjunct treatment modality.
