Fisher Wallace Stimulator

The Fisher Wallace Stimulator is an FDA cleared treatement to relieve depression, anxiety and insomnia. It works by stimulating the brain to produce serotonin and other neurotransmitters required for healthy mood and sleep, while also lowering cortisol and modulating the center brain regions responsible for managing the sympathetic nervous system (known as the "fight or flight" response). Most patients report symptom reduction within the first 1-2 weeks of use. 

To treat depression or anxiety, patients should use the Fisher Wallace Stimulator® twice a day for 20 minutes on Level 2, once after waking up for the day and again before bed. To treat insomnia only, patients should use the device for 20 minutes on Level 2 before bed. It is important to create a consistent routine of daily usage.

If symptoms go into remission (no symptoms), patients may continue using the device to maintain results. There are no withdrawal effects associated with decreasing or stopping use of the device.

The device may be safely used with antidepressants and/or other medications. Do not reduce or stop taking your medication without first speaking to your doctor.

Resting quietly is best during a treatment session, but it’s fine to do other activities such as reading, watching TV, using the computer, or talking on the phone.

Patients who have implanted, electronic medical devices, such as an implanted nerve stimulator or pacemaker, should not use the device, as the device may interfere with implanted electronic devices. The device should not be used if you have demand or sensing type cardiac pacemakers. 

Additional precautions:

- This device should not be used around the Carotid sinus.

- If you have known or suspected heart disease, you should not use the Stimulator®.

- If you are pregnant, you should not use the Stimulator®.

- If you have reacted poorly to the idea of electrical stimulation of any kind, you should not use this device.

- Discontinue use if your skin becomes irritated around either electrode site.

- This device must only be used by the person for whom authorization has been written.