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# The History of Electrotherapy
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Electric fish, Benjamin Franklin, attacks by the FDA ... there's more to the rich history of electrotherapy than meets the eye. From Humble beginnings in ancient Egypt to low-key studies in the 20th century, electrotherapy has never been without its proponents. Learn how this safe, non-invasive treatment went from groundbreaking to pseudoscience to life-changing once more.
Overview:
- Ancient Egyptians: The First Early Adopter
- The Pioneers of Electrotherapy & Device Modernization
- Today's Use & the Future of Electrotherapy
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