Abstract: The invention relates to methods and devices for treating disorders with electric current or electric field therapy. The invention uses applied electric current or current induced by an external electric field to manipulate movement of ions across cell membranes and to alter ionic concentrations. The invention is useful, for example, for treating hyperproliferative and cardiovascular disorders and for ameliorating the effects of stress.
Type:
Application
Filed:
April 17, 2003
Publication date:
December 18, 2003
Applicant:
Hajuku Institute for Health Science Co., LTD.
Inventors:
Akikuni Hara, Hiroyuki Hara, Naoyoshi Suzuki, Shinji Harakawa, Nobuo Uenaka, David E. Martin