Application of Short-Impulsive Stimulator "Biotonus' in the Treatment of Zoster Neuralgia

Nino Tsiskarishvili, Alexander Katsitadze 

Department of Dermato-Venerology, Tbilisi State Medical University, Georgia

A total of 15 patients with Zoster Neuralgia (17-70 years old, 6 men, 6 women) were observed and treated using device "Biotonus, which acts through refectory zones by the generation of impulses. The use of the refectory zones in prevention and treatment of Zoster Neuralgia is one of the oldest and the most effective methods. The result of this action is the following: vasodilatation, which improves microcirculation, activation of the immunological system.and alleviation of the pain. The matter is especially important in case of trigeminal neuralgia. Duration of the "Biotonus" action was 4 minutes for each reflex zone. Total duration of the procedure was 16-20 minutes. In 13 cases pout of 15 the results were satisfactory. Thus, the "Biotonus" can be used in the treatment of Zoster Neuralgia only with the consideration of the individual complaints and features of the patient.

Keywords:  zoster neuralgia, short-impulse stimulator, antiviral treatment, dermatitis