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Fox News aired a 1:49 minute broadcast on the Fisher Wallace Stimulator. The video discusses the benefits of non-medication options for the treatment of depression, insomnia and anxiety.

So many people looked at the pharmacy for relief and one of the top prescriptions – anti-depressants. More than one in ten Americans take one but now we’re learning about a new way to treat depression and other disorders and involves zero medication. That’s right and Doctor Jo gives us a peek at the special device that’s making it possible.

At first glance, it doesn’t look like much, but Bob Kilpatrick says this device changed his life. “So no doubts in your mind?” – “No, there’s no doubt”. For years, Bob couldn’t get to sleep. Instead of taking pills, he strapped on this special headband and flipped the switch. How’s it work? The stimulator emits a mild electrical current – 15,000Hz to be exact. It’s not much – just a fraction of what is used for electroconvulsive shock therapy – but studies show that small amount is enough to power up feel-good chemicals in the brain. “Dopamine, serotonin and beta endorphin” – Chip Fisher, Fisher Wallace

And some doctors believe that kick can even benefit patients struggling with PTSD. “..and many family members will say that these have been more helpful to them than any other treatment they’ve had” – Dr Richard Brown, Columbia University Psychiatrist.

Unlike other FDA-approved stimulators, this is the only one approved for use in home. It’s over the counter in Europe. Here in the US, you’ll need a doctor’s prescription for this medication-free treatment. “I’m not saying medicine’s bad, but I think there are other ways to do it that have more benefits to help the whole brain”, “and there’s no pain or discomfort”. Patients like Bob believe stimulators like the Fisher Wallace will become more popular. “Over the next year and following after that, you’re going to see much wider use.”

Helping patients get rest and feel better minus the medicine.