Frequently Asked Questions

 A. No! With some skin types, especially those with a fair complexion, a suction-induced redness may appear, but it is temporary and should disappear shortly. The redness indicates a measurable increase in the blood flow to the area. Not only does the vacuum pulsing feel good, but it produces a rapid increase of blood circulation under the electrodes and thus enhances the conductivity of the EcST current entering the body. 

 A. Electric Cell Signaling Treatment (EcST) protocols are similar to drug treatment regimens….it normally takes some time for the therapeutic effect to become apparent. The number of EcST treatments will usually depend upon that individual patient’s specific medical condition as well as the time that this condition has existed. 

 A. Research documentation and published medical reports provide the doctor with information describing applications and how many EcST treatments are normally necessary for achieving resolution and long-lasting results. Like with pharmacological treatments, if the full course of treatment is not completed, rebound discomfort can occur reducing the initial gains that have been experienced.   

 A. Yes. A modification of your EcST treatment protocol may be indicated. In most pain syndromes and indications, Electric Cell Signaling Treatment (EcST) is very successful; however, there is NO absolute way to guarantee complete success in all patients. As many as 10-15% of EcST treated patients will claim that they received little, if any, appreciable pain relief. For this reason, other treatment options should be added, combined or considered.  

 A. There are minimal side effects associated with EcST treatments. Depending upon the individual patient and their specific medical condition, some side effects could be a feeling of relaxation fatigued, mild headache, increased bowel activity, increased energy level, muscle soreness (over-exercised sensation) or that the original pain seems to have altered in some of its characteristics. Discuss this with your treatment team.