ElectroCore

ElectroCore is a medical technology company that specializes in non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (nVNS) therapy. The company's primary product, gammaCore, is a handheld device designed to alleviate pain and reduce the symptoms of various conditions through the delivery of mild electrical stimulation to the vagus nerve.

History

ElectroCore was founded in 2005 with the aim of developing non-invasive therapies for headache and other neurological conditions. The company's initial focus was on cluster headache and migraine, but it has since expanded its research and development efforts to include a wide range of other conditions.

gammaCore

The gammaCore device is a handheld, non-invasive vagus nerve stimulator. It is designed to be applied to the neck, where it delivers a mild electrical stimulation to the vagus nerve. This stimulation is believed to alleviate pain and reduce the symptoms of various conditions.

Mechanism of action

The exact mechanism of action of gammaCore is not fully understood. However, it is believed that the device's electrical stimulation affects the activity of the vagus nerve, which plays a key role in the body's autonomic nervous system. This system controls a variety of bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and the body's response to stress.

Clinical use

gammaCore has been studied in a variety of clinical trials for conditions such as cluster headache, migraine, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The device has been shown to be safe and effective in reducing the frequency and severity of headaches in many patients.

See also

• Vagus nerve stimulation
• Cluster headache
• Migraine
• Post-traumatic stress disorder