I believe once you have it rx by a doc you bring the unit home and I would think it is more like a hybred tens unit or something like that. I know of someone who is in process of getting one and will be able to give more info soon. It is not being rx for depression but for head pain same cranial stimulator but for diffrent thing. if that makes any sense.

I never had ect so I cannot tell you how it is diffrent or alike. maybe less avasive then ect ?? I am not sure will try to find out.
I have a neuro stimulator aka P.E.N.S. implanted with leads in back of head and on right lower jaw for pain.So from that side I can see the relation and benefits that a stimulator might help someone else in some way.
I think if one wanted they could question someone at the link . And I will pass info as I come by it.
Peaceful New Year to us all.

BMW