Name

MC5-A scrambler therapy

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Definition

A type of treatment for nerve pain that uses electrodes placed on the skin. Electricity is carried from the electrodes through the skin and blocks the pain. The pain may be caused by physical injury, infection, toxic substances, and certain diseases or drugs, including anticancer drugs

Resource

Title: National Cancer Institute
NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms

Alternate Names

MDS

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