ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Cranial electrotherapy stimulation

Okay kiddo, so you know how our brain controls everything we do and think, right? Well, sometimes our brain gets a little bit cranky and doesn't work as well as it should. That's where cranial electrotherapy stimulation comes in!

Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (also known as CES) is a tiny device that sends very gentle electrical signals to our brain through special ear clips. It's kind of like giving our brain a little massage to help it work better.

Now, don't worry, these electrical signals don't hurt at all! They're too small to feel anything, and they're designed to be safe and gentle. Our brain is actually pretty good at handling small electrical signals, and some studies have shown that CES can help improve things like mood, sleep, and even pain levels.

So, if you're feeling a bit down or having trouble sleeping, your doctor might recommend cranial electrotherapy stimulation to help give your brain a boost. It's a very simple and safe way to help our brains work better so we can feel better too!