Electronic Device May Zap Away Migraines

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulator Creates Intense Current A new device that supposedly can zap away migraine pain electronically may be able to help people who regularly get the debilitating headaches. Reseachers from the Ohio State University said the device is safe and effective. The device is called a transcranial magnetic stimulator. It is used during the early "aura" phase of a migraine, when sufferers say they can see shooting stars, lines or flashing lights in their vision. Some also lose vision. "Stimulation with magnetic pulses from the portable TMS device proved effective for the migraine patients," said Dr. Yousef Mohammad . "Because of the lack of adverse events in this trial and the established safety of the TMS device, this is a promising treatment for migraines with aura. This sets the stage for future studies... [read full story]