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Preferred Label : Transcutaneous Acupoint Electrical Stimulation;

NCIt synonyms : TAES;

NCIt related terms : ALTENS; acupuncture-like transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation;

NCIt definition : A non-invasive form of TENS where the gel pads are placed on acupoints and stimulation is alternated between low-intensity/high frequency and high-intensity/low frequency (dense disperse). (from White, Li, and Chiu);

Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A procedure in which mild electric currents are applied to certain acupuncture points (spots on the body where an acupuncture needle may be inserted to control pain and other symptoms) on the skin. It is being studied in the treatment of dry mouth caused by radiation therapy for cancer.;

Codes from synonyms : CDR0000630949; CDR0000630945;

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