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Piezo-Electric Current Therapy

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Piezo-Electric Current Therapy Definition

A minimally invasive, experimental form of electroanalgesia based upon the theory that rapid electrical stimulation of A-delta and C pain fibers can lead to nociceptive afferent input depression. This may be due to exogenous endorphin production release after stimulation. (White, Li, and Chiu)

Piezo-Electric Current Therapy Synonyms

Piezo-Electric Current Therapy, PECT

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