Alpha-Stim SCS stress control

Relieving patient's pain and suffering naturally has always been a goal for Dr. Michael McIrvin.

This is why Dr. McIrvin, Chiropractic Physician and clinic director of The Pain Relief Center in McPherson, now utilizes the Alpha-Stim 100 micro-current electrical stimulator (MET). The Alpha-Stim 100 works for those suffering from acute, chronic or post-operative pain, and is FDA-approved for reducing pain. The Alpha-Stim 100 works with the body on a large variety of ailments, including many difficult-to-treat problems. The Alpha-Stim produces residual and cumulative results, far superior to previous (TENS) devices. Turn a TENS off and the pain returns. Although broadly classified as a TENS, the Alpha-Stim 100 is significantly superior because MET works with tiny currents, closer to the type and amount of electricity that naturally occurs in the body. By comparison, the electric current used by typical TENS devices is thousands of times greater than natural body current. Although a slight tingling sensation is sometimes felt under the electrodes, it is not necessary to feel this in order to achieve results. Many people feel nothing at all with the Alpha-Stim 100 except positive results. It is applied through easy to use probes or self-adhesive electrodes.

“The Alpha-Stim 100 treats anxiety, depression and insomnia with micro-current using a method called cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES). The treatment is very simple.” Dr. McIrvin said. The current is applied by easy-to- use clip electrodes that attach on the ear lobes. It is used just 20 to 40 minutes every day, every other day. Or on an as needed basis, it can help induce a pleasant, relaxed feeling of well being.

The Alpha-Stim is well-tolerated and very safe in contrast to drugs used in the treatment of mood disorders, many of which have been proven to have undesirable side effects and can be addictive. Unlike drugs, the Alpha-Stim 100 leaves the mind alert. Anxiety reduction is usually experienced during treatment. Depression and insomnia control is generally experienced after one to two weeks of daily treatment. CES can also help treat the underlying mood disorders associated with pain. It may be used as an adjunct to medication and/or psychotherapy. After treatment, there are usually no physical limitations imposed so that the majority of people can resume normal activities immediately. Maintenance of a relaxed, yet alert, state is generally achieved with treatments three times per week. As a result, the Alpha-Stim 100 is suitable for clinical or home use.

“Since the Alpha-Stim 100 is FDA approved for treatment of pain, insomnia, anxiety and depression, we are assured it is a safe and effective treatment for these conditions” said Dr. McIrvin. “I have used the Alpha-Stim to treat acute and chronic back and neck pain, post operative and cancer pain, carpal tunnel, headaches, fibromyalgia and sinus pain. For patients with severe or chronic pain, the Alpha-Stim can be prescribed for purchase or rental for home use. We teach patients how to utilize the Alpha-Stim for home use right here in the clinic. It has been a great therapy to use in addition to the chiropractic care I provide.”

Dr. McIrvin indicated that many patients will feel immediate relief of their pain after just one treatment. “Even for patients that are too painful to undergo traditional chiropractic care, we can give them almost immediate pain relief of 50-80%. Most patients are amazed at how well the device works. Many of my patients with fibromyalgia are counting the hours until their next treatment. They feel so much better, they can hardly wait!”