stimulation

stimulation /stim·u·la·tion/ (stim″u-la´shun) the act or process of stimulating; the condition of being stimulated.

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deep brain stimulation  (DBS) patient-controlled, continuous, high-frequency electrical stimulation of a specific area of the thalamus, globus pallidus, or subthalamic nucleus by means of an electrode implanted in the brain.

functional electrical stimulation  (FES) the application of an electric current by means of a prosthesis to stimulate and restore partial function to a muscle disabled by neurologic lesions.

transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation  (TENS), transcutaneous nerve stimulation (TNS) electrical stimulation of nerves for relief of pain by delivering a current through the skin.

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stim·u·la·tion (stmy-lshn)

n.

1. Arousal of the body or of individual organs or other parts to increased functional activity.

2. The condition of being stimulated.

3. The application of a stimulus to a responsive structure, such as a nerve or muscle, regardless of whether the strength of the stimulus is sufficient to produce excitation.

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stimulation

[stim′yəlā′shən]

Etymology: L, stimulare, to incite

the condition of being stimulated.

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stimulation,

n 1. an increased functioning of protoplasm induced by an extracellular substance or agent.
2. the act of energizing or activating.

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stimulation

the act or process of stimulating; the condition of being stimulated.

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stimulation index

the ratio of the number of proliferating T lymphocytes present in a lymphocyte culture after exposure to antigen or mitogen to the total number of cells. It is determined by adding tritiated thymidine to the culture usually 3 to 5 days after stimulation. The radiolabel is incorporated into DNA of those cells that are stimulated to divide.

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stimulation

Medtalk The evoking of a particular activity. See Costimulation, Fetal acoustic stimulation, Magnetic stimulation, Neural stimulation, Osteogenic stimulation, Ovarian stimulation, Pocket stimulation, Ultrasonic osteogenic stimulation, Vagus nerve stimulation.

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Patient discussion about stimulation.

Q. Can some depression be treated with stimulantes in adults?? I was treated with dextroamphetimins in the 1970's. Why arent they used anymore? I know all of the things about addiction, so I dont need those answers. When the medication was used by me, it worked. My husband is suffereing from depression he has been given all of the "wonder" drugs No results. I hope someone can answer this for me, and for my husbands sake Thank You Shirley

A. I take a generic Adderall and find it to be very helpful.

Q. How does a Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit help fibromyalgia. My aunt was suggested to go through TENS. Will that really help? How does a Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit help fibromyalgia?

A. ‘TENS’ units are prescribed for chronic pain sufferers and fibromyalgia patients. What is a tens unit? Tens stands for Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. A tens unit is essentially a stimulation device consisting of electrodes that are attached to the skin, the unit itself, and a battery to provide current. A Tens unit uses electricity to block nerves from sending pain messages.