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Thanks for all of the info, Xibalba. I don't have any first hand experience with rTMS so was just basing that on information that I had heard. All of my experiences and opinions of ECT are the same, as previously stated.

There is a movement to have it de-listed from FDA and to have the process restarted from scratch, properly this time.

There is also a situation due to the changes in FDA requirements that puts ECT at risk of becoming unavailable. Rules within the FDA were changed about 35 years ago but at the time, since ECT had already been in use for so long they waived the requirement for that device. They've more recently been looking at whether that should continue to be allowed. If ECT machines remain in their current classification, FDA may require clinical trials that exceed the scope of what is affordable to the two companies who are the main manufacturers of the device in the US (in which case, no clinical trials would mean no more ECT). The other option is the FDA could reclassify ECT machines to a lower-risk category, but as you can imagine there are many people who adamantly oppose such an option.

My point is, technically, ECT has also never received the kind of clinical trials that one would expect or deem sufficient for such a device.
 
My point is, technically, ECT has also never received the kind of clinical trials that one would expect or deem sufficient for such a device.

Thus part of the controversy with ECT, except that it has a far longer history of at least anecdotal, if not statistical, data to rely on. Still, whether or not ECT is effective remains a point of contention, too. That's why it's a choice of last resort for many.
 
Hello to all
I am presently awaiting for ETC treatment. I should have some news in the current week - approximately when I will have the treatement. I have read a lot about it, went to a conference and took my decision after. Even if I'm scared, I look forward in having this theray - meds don't work and I'm tired of feeling so bad. I am very positive about the treatment. It was explained to me and I know the good and bad side about it. I know it's not a miracle treatment but I only wish it give me a break from feeling down most of the time. I will keep you posted about my situation.

Please keep us updated.

I am interested in it because one of the side effects is memory loss, and if there's one thing I wouldn't mind losing, it's my memory.
 
I will for sure, if I don't forget ;). Once again, for me as you say it's in last resort that I will try this treatment. Normally I should receive 9 treatments - 3 per week but I will be evaluated every week. I trust the medical team aroud me for the treatment and hope my guardian angels will be with me.
 
I am presently awaiting for ETC treatment..

Hi tig!
I've known people that have had ECT done and the treatment has benefited them. They did experience short term memory loss but that is normal. I wish you the very best and hope your experience is a positive one.

I also hope you get the relief you are seeking and deserve!

Good luck, take care, much love and HUGS. Heather
 
Unfortunately, it doesn't look like I will have many options for ECT in Peru, where I will be living. I was thinking of slipping the tech a few extra US dollars to add a few more volts, to ensure memory loss. I guess it doesn't work like that. (Kidding!)
 
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