Non-invasive Brain Stimulation in Conversion (functional) Weakness and Paralysis: A Systematic Review and Future Perspectives

Non-invasive Brain Stimulation in Conversion (functional) Weakness and Paralysis: A Systematic Review and Future Perspectives

Conversion (functional) limb weakness or paralysis (FW) can be a debilitating condition, and often causes significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning. Most treatment concepts are multi-disciplinary, containing a behavioural approach combined wi...

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Main Authors: Carlos eSchönfeldt-Lecuona, Jean-Pascal eLefaucheur, Peter eLepping, Joachim eLiepert, Bernhard J Connemann, Alexander eSartorius, Dennis A Nowak, Maximilian eGahr
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2016-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Neuroscience
Subjects:
Electroshock
magnetic stimulation
Psychogenic movement disorders
Functional lesion
Hysterical paralysis
Functional neurological disorder
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fnins.2016.00140/full

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