Electric
Electric (Medicine)
Electric (pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛktrɪk/) in the field of medicine refers to the use of electricity for therapeutic purposes. The term is derived from the Greek word "ēlektron" which means amber, a material known for its electrostatic properties.
Etymology
The term "electric" was first used in the context of medicine in the 18th century, when scientists began to understand the electrical nature of the human body. The word itself comes from the Greek "ēlektron", which refers to amber. Amber was known to the ancient Greeks for its ability to attract small objects when rubbed, a phenomenon we now understand as static electricity.
Related Terms
- Electrotherapy: The use of electric current to treat physical ailments.
- Electrocardiogram: A test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
- Electroencephalogram: A test that measures the electrical activity of the brain.
- Electromyography: A test that measures the electrical activity of muscles.
- Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS): A therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents for pain relief.
- Deep Brain Stimulation: A surgical procedure that uses electrical impulses to treat certain mental health conditions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Electric
- Wikipedia's article - Electric
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