AC STIM

AC Stimulation uses the AC STIM device, delivering electrical impulses to damaged and diseased photoreceptor cells. This electrical stimulation enhances the activity and function of these retinal cells, thereby reinforcing visual signaling along the optic nerve and partially restoring impaired vision.

AC STIM is administered by a specific frequency alternating current through electrodes attached around the eyes, on the auricular points and acupoint of Fengchi on the back of the neck. During the treatment, patients generally experience a sense of visual excitement. The major goal is not only to restore visual function but to improve our patients’ quality of life. Pre and post therapy surveys reveal that the vast majority of our patients report an improvement in daily activities, reclaimed social functioning, enhanced independence, and an overall higher quality of life.

It is not magic or a fast fix for retina degeneration. Any improvement is a slow, progressive change; however, in general, the results are very encouraging, even if it takes months to see noticeable improvement for most of patients. Some patients who have not shown improvement often report that their vision has not gotten worse. Please kindly note that even a little improvement means that the disease is not progressing. This is a huge accomplishment. Being able to stop or slow down the deterioration process is a valuable achievement.

According to the survey results, 70-80% of patients who received the treatment have reported at least one noticeable positive result from the therapy. Furthermore, the vast majority mentioned a combination of improvements that significantly improved their life quality.

Below is a list of described improvements, both in patients’ vision and in their daily lives. While each improvement has been reported regularly, the following list of benefits is organized in descending order from most common to least common:

• Expanded visual field
• Improved central vision acuity
• Improved adaptation to changes in light
• Improved night vision
• Reduced glare and light sensitivity
• Reduced eye strain and headaches
• Improved long-distance vision
• Enhanced ability to walk independently
• Improved ability to read
• Improved facial recognition
• Improved color vision
• Improved capacity to see and read screens
• Improved work-life and job performance
• Enhanced capacity for self-care and performing daily tasks
• Increased ability to ascend and descend stairs
• Reduced stress and anxiety
• Improved sleep quality
• Regained driver license