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September 2016

Volume 9, Issue 5

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Brain Stimulation: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Research in Neuromodulation is published by Elsevier.

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Review Articles

Safety of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation: Evidence Based Update 2016

Marom Bikson, Pnina Grossman, Chris Thomas, Adantchede Louis Zannou, Jimmy Jiang, Tatheer Adnan, Antonios P. Mourdoukoutas, Greg Kronberg, Dennis Truong, Paulo Boggio, André R. Brunoni, Leigh Charvet, Felipe Fregni, Brita Fritsch, Bernadette Gillick, Roy H. Hamilton, Benjamin M. Hampstead, Ryan Jankord, Adam Kirton, Helena Knotkova, David Liebetanz, Anli Liu, Colleen Loo, Michael A. Nitsche, Janine Reis, Jessica D. Richardson, Alexander Rotenberg, Peter E. Turkeltaub, Adam J. Woods

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.brs.2016.06.004

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xThe goal of this report is to update the state-of-the-art on the safety of transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS), based on published Serious Adverse Effects in human trials and irreversible brain damage in animal models. For the purposes of this report, tDCS includes non-invasive transcranial electrical stimulation using direct current with a sustained intensity of a few milliamperes and duration of up to tens of minutes; with specific definitions and inclusion/exclusion criterion defined.

Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Improves Paretic Limb Force Production: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Nyeonju Kang, Jeffery J. Summers, James H. Cauraugh

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.brs.2016.05.005

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xHemiparesis is a common motor deficit post stroke. The affected side of the upper and lower extremities interferes with both unilateral and bilateral movements [1,2]. Typically, an inability to generate and modulate force production in paretic limbs causes movement control impairments such as compromised motor coordination, excessive movement variability, and motor dysfunctions evaluated by clinical assessments [3–5]. After experiencing a stroke, patients frequently show less magnitude of force production when executing actions on their paretic limb in comparison to their non-paretic limbs [6,7].

A Systematic Review on the Acceptability and Tolerability of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Treatment in Neuropsychiatry Trials

Luana V.M. Aparício, Fabiana Guarienti, Lais Boralli Razza, André F. Carvalho, Felipe Fregni, André Russowsky Brunoni

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.brs.2016.05.004

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xTranscranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique based on the application of a weak, direct electric current over the scalp, thereby modifying brain activity and inducing neuroplasticity according to the montage of the apparatus and stimulation parameters [1]. This method has been increasingly used in the treatment of several psychiatric and neurologic disorders [2] as it presents appealing characteristics for use in clinical practice, such as ease of use, portability and low cost.

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Brain Stimulation aims to be the premier journal for publication of original research in the field of neuromodulation. The journal includes: a) original articles (up to 5,000 words); b) brief reports (up to 2,000 words); c) invited and original reviews; d) technology and methodological perspectives (reviews of new devices, description of new methods, etc.); and e) letters to the Editor. Special issues of the journal will be considered based on scientific merit.  More

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