Codotron use in Physiotherapy

The codotron machine provides low frequency, high intensity transcutaneous nerve stimulation via electrodes applied to the skin with six individually controlled channels. Channel activity is generated in a random sequence preventing habituation by the brain and sustains the initial high level of response.  Strong, deep stimulation from six electrodes delivers electrical signals to afferent nerves in random sequence.  From there, the signals pass via the spinal cord to higher brain centres.  The resulting wave forms may release pain relieving substances in the brain that continue working after the device is turned off.



Studies have shown that levels of pain relief
in patients that use the codotron are similar
to those who receive acupuncture treatment.

References

Fargas-Babjak A, Rooney P, Gerecz E (1989)  Randomized trial of codetron for pain congtrol in osteoarthritis of the hip/knee.  The Clinical Journal of Pain. 5:137-141.

Fargas-Babjak A, Rooney P. (1992)  Acupuncture-like stimulation with Codetron for rehabilitation of patients with chronic pain syndrome and osteoarthritis.  Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Res., Int. J ., Vol 17, pp.95-105.