Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation in the Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Pilot Study of Two Military Veterans

Bracciano, Alfred; Chang, Wen Pin; Kokesh, Stephanie R.; Martinez, Abe; M, Meier; Moore, Kathleen A.

doi:10.1080/10874208.2012.650100

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“…Eight research papers detail the efficacy of interventions (Bracciano et al., 2012; Classen, Cormack, et al, 2014; Classen, Monahan, Canonizado, & Winter, 2014; Krpalek, Achondo, Daher, & Javaherian, 2020; McLaughlin & Hamilton, 2019; Rogers, Mallinson, & Peppers, 2014; Speicher, Walter, & Chard, 2014; Wortman et al., 2018) and two report on occupational performance issues related to military veterans (Dutra, Eakman, & Schelly, 2016; Gregg, Kitzman, & Shordike, 2016). One research paper reported intervention efficacy for military personnel (Beck et al., 2012).…”

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Occupational therapy for military personnel and military veterans experiencing post‐traumatic stress disorder: A scoping review

Kerr

Ashby

Gerardi

et al. 2020

Aus Occup Therapy J

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Introduction: As the rate of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among military personnel and military veterans continues to rise, occupational therapists are increasingly concerned with the impact of this disorder on health, occupational performance, and quality of life. However, the literature on occupational therapy for military personnel and military veterans with PTSD has not been summarised. Method: The objective was to identify what is known from the published, peerreviewed literature, about the services provided by occupational therapists to military personnel and military veterans experiencing PTSD. Arksey and O'Malley's five steps for scoping reviews were utilised. A search of three databases identified 27 articles. Results: Of the 27 papers reviewed, 13 papers discussed military personnel, 13 for military veterans, and 1 reported on both populations. Of these 27, 9 research papers provided data to support the efficacy of interventions, whereas 2 papers reported occupational performance issues. Eight opinion and eight service description papers were included. The most commonly mentioned interventions across the reviewed papers were stress and anger, or coping skills (n = 11), returning to duty (n = 9), physical training (n = 7), and sleep hygiene (n = 6). Conclusion: Occupational therapists provide services to military personnel who are vulnerable to PTSD from combat and operational stress. Rarely did publications address intervention efficacy for military personnel. Additionally, there is a paucity of literature that addresses occupational therapy interventions following transition from military service for veterans with PTSD specific to facilitating reintegration to civilian life. Despite this, occupational therapists are well suited to enable military veterans to build upon their existing strengths, skills, and professional identities to minimise the impact of PTSD on daily life and to reach their full potential.

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“…Bracciano et al. (2012) published the earliest empirical intervention study located in this review. This pilot study of two veterans used a pre‐test/post‐test design to investigate the effects of cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) on the symptoms of PTSD.…”

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Occupational therapy for military personnel and military veterans experiencing post‐traumatic stress disorder: A scoping review

Kerr

Ashby

Gerardi

et al. 2020

Aus Occup Therapy J

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“…Exposure to combat for military members can encourage the use of adaptive physiological responses, such as staying hypervigilant and alert to any possible threats (Gerardi, 1996). Resulting from traumatic events, including combat, imprisonment, and loss of comrades, PTSD in conjunction with depression can occur (see Bracciano et al, 2012; Dutra, Eakman, & Schelly, 2016; Plach & Sells, 2013; Rogers, Mallinson, & Peppers, 2014; Short-DeGraff & Engelmann, 1992; Smith-Forbes, Najera, & Hawkins, 2014; Speicher, Walter, & Chard, 2014). These conditions can lead to occupational performance deficits for both active-duty service members and those returning to civilian life (Edgelow, 2016; Speicher et al, 2014).…”

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“…Within these sources, authors discussed problems in school performance (see Alers, 2014; Davis, 1999; Driver & Beltran, 1998; Eakman et al, 2017; Hyter et al, 2002; Kjorstad et al, 2005; Plach & Sells, 2013; Precin, 2011a; Rivers & Saunders, 2016; Rogers et al, 2014; Scaffa et al, 2006; Simó-Algado et al, 2002; Snedden, 2012; Speicher et al, 2014) and being able to drive safely (Classen et al, 2014, 2017; Dutra et al, 2016; Edgelow, 2016; Phillips, Bruehl, & Harden, 1997; Rivers & Saunders, 2016; Speicher et al, 2014). However, returning to, or maintaining, one’s position at work was the most commonly reported OPI (see Bracciano et al, 2012; Cowls & Galloway, 2009; Edgelow, 2016; Froehlich, 1992; Gerardi, 2009; Gindi, Galili, Volovic-Shushan, & Adir-Pavis, 2016; Lopez, 2011; Murphy et al, 2015; Phillips et al, 1997; Plach & Sells, 2013; Precin, 2011b, 2011c; Rivers & Saunders, 2016; Smith-Forbes, Quick, & Brown, 2016; Snedden, 2012; Speicher et al, 2014; Whatley Brown, 1990; Yamkovenko, 2011).…”

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“…Eighty-one percent of the sources that included OPIs identified problems within the category of leisure. People with a diagnosis of PTSD can experience an overall decrease in interests as well as decreased motivation to engage in activities and hobbies they previously found pleasurable (see Alers, 2014; Bracciano et al, 2012; Davis & Kutter, 1998; Froelich, 1992; Lopez, 2011; Rivers & Saunders, 2016; Roberts, 1995). Most commonly, people diagnosed with PTSD demonstrated interpersonal problems within their friendships and other intimate relationships, leading to social isolation (see Alers, 2014; Bracciano et al, 2012; Clarke, 1999; Davis, 1999; Driver & Beltran, 1998; Dutra et al, 2016; Eakman et al, 2017; Edgelow, 2016; Engel-Yeger, Palgy-Levin, & Lev-Wiesel, 2015; Gerardi, 2009; Gindi et al, 2016; Hyter et al, 2002; King, 2006; Kjorstad et al, 2005; Lopez, 2011; Murphy et al, 2015, 2016; Phillips et al, 1997; Plach & Sells, 2013; Precin, 2011a; Rivers & Saunders, 2016; Rogers et al, 2014; Short-DeGraff & Engelmann, 1992; Simó-Algado et al, 2002; Smith-Forbes et al, 2014; Speicher et al, 2014; Yamkovenko, 2011).…”

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Occupational therapy and posttraumatic stress disorder: A scoping review

Edgelow¹,

MacPherson²,

Arnaly³

et al. 2019

Can J Occup Ther

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Background. People who are diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can experience disruptions in their daily occupations. Occupational therapists may assist clients with PTSD to reengage in meaningful occupations. Purpose. This scoping review aims to identify and describe the ways occupational therapy addresses PTSD in clinical practice. Method. Scholarly databases were searched for documents relating to occupational therapy and PTSD. Two reviewers independently applied selection criteria and systematically extracted information. Data were extracted and synthesized in a narrative format. Findings. Fifty sources met inclusion criteria and three major themes were identified: recognizing trauma within specific populations, PTSD's impact on a range of occupations, and occupational therapy's response to PTSD. Implications. Occupational therapists are working in multidisciplinary teams to reduce the impact of PTSD on the daily occupations of their clients. More effectiveness studies are required to understand the outcomes of occupational therapy interventions for clients with PTSD. Abré gé Description. Les personnes ayant un diagnostic de trouble de stress post-traumatique (TSPT) peuvent vivre une perturbation de leurs occupations quotidiennes. Les ergothérapeutes peuvent aider les clients ayant un TSPT à recommencer à participer à des occupations signifiantes. But. Cet examen de la portée vise à identifier et décrire les façons dont l'ergothérapie aborde le TSPT en pratique clinique. Mé thodologie. Une recension des bases de données de la documentation en ergothérapie a été effectuée pour repérer des documents concernant l'ergothérapie et le TSPT. Deux évaluateurs ont appliqué les critères de sélection de manière indépendante et ont systématiquement extrait de l'information. Les données ont été extraites et synthétisées sous une forme narrative. Ré sultats. Cinquante sources répondaient aux critères de sélection et trois principaux thèmes ont été identifiés: reconnaître le traumatisme au sein de populations spécifiques; le TSPT a un impact sur un éventail d'occupations; et les interventions proposées en ergothérapie pour le TSPT. Consé quences. Les ergothérapeutes travaillent dans des équipes multidisciplinaires pour réduire l'impact des TSPT sur les occupations quotidiennes de leurs clients. D'autres études de l'efficacité sont requises pour mieux comprendre les résultats des interventions ergothérapiques pour les clients ayant un TSPT.

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Efficacy of Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation for Anxiety, PTSD, Insomnia and Depression: Military Service Members and Veterans Self Reports

Marksberry¹,

Kirsch²,

Nichols

et al. 2015

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Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation in the Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Pilot Study of Two Military Veterans

Cited by 12 publications

References 14 publications

Occupational therapy for military personnel and military veterans experiencing post‐traumatic stress disorder: A scoping review

Occupational therapy for military personnel and military veterans experiencing post‐traumatic stress disorder: A scoping review

Occupational therapy and posttraumatic stress disorder: A scoping review

Efficacy of Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation for Anxiety, PTSD, Insomnia and Depression: Military Service Members and Veterans Self Reports

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