Functional medicine
Pain & functional limitations
Regulative & preventative medicine
Dr. med. univ. Klaus Wachter
How does a therapy session work?
After a thorough medical history review and examination of documents, a clinical examination is conducted with targeted orthopedic, neurological, and functional tests.
Subsequently, an individualized treatment plan is developed.
tDCS (Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation)
is safe and virtually painless. The treatments typically last 30 minutes and may extend over several sessions. The application and mechanism of the user-friendly headset are explained in detail during the first appointment, followed by a few supervised therapy sessions to assess effectiveness. Home applications are possible with the purchase of the device.
Side effects
tDCS is generally well tolerated, but like any medical intervention,
side effects can occur. The most common side effects include:
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Skin redness, tingling, or itching under the electrodes,
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mild headaches, fatigue.
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These effects are usually temporary and subside after the stimulation ends.
tDCS supports existing therapies with its proven effectiveness (Level-A and B evidence).
taVNS (transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation)
taVNS is a gentle form of stimulation where the Vagus nerve is electrically stimulated on the outer part of the ear. This area contains nerve branches that have a direct positive influence on the brainstem.
One of these areas is the so-called nucleus of the solitary tract (NTS), a core structure in the brainstem that plays a key role in the autonomic nervous system. It acts as a primary relay station for afferent information – these are incoming signals from the body – especially those coming from visceral organs, i.e., the internal organs like the heart and lungs.
Thus, the NTS is an essential part of the brain for maintaining homeostasis – the internal stability of the body – and for linking autonomic functions with higher cognitive processes.
This form of treatment is gentle, drug-free, non-invasive, and opens up new approaches for patients seeking alternative treatment options.
The disposable device is usually worn continuously for 2-3 weeks, and switching to the other side is necessary.
Side effects
They are similarly mild as tDCS, but local symptoms and fatigue may occur.
Afterwards, a clinical evaluation of the course of therapy and its possible improvements, as well as further coordination of the procedure, takes place .
