A medical device designed to prevent and accelerate the healing of dermal ulcers has proven effective. As a complementary therapeutic alternative for joint inflammation and as an analgesic component. In the management of chronic post-chikungunya arthralgia, it was announced today.
This is the Stimul-W low-frequency, two-channel electrical stimulator, developed by Combiomed. A company affiliated with BioCubaFarma, which has received sanitary registration in Cuba, Mexico, and Venezuela.
Introduced in 1998, the Combiomed Stimul-W has been primarily used in secondary and tertiary education institutions. For research and treatment of venous ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, sickle cell disease, dehiscent wounds, and chronic osteomyelitis, the technologist noted.
In May 2024, the device was introduced in 188 psychopedagogical centers and nursing homes. And in August 2025, it was installed in 451 polyclinics, in addition to another 400 units delivered to the company Ensume.
During the regular meeting between Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and experts and scientists to discuss health issues. An evaluation of the effectiveness and implementation protocol of this device was presented, the Granma newspaper reported.
As part of the discussion, Dr. Yamilé Valdés, a researcher at the Institute of Endocrinology, presented the findings of an effectiveness study for expanding the use of the Stimul-W. Specifically in adults with joint symptoms following the acute phase of chikungunya.
She explained that the primary objective of the study is to demonstrate the effectiveness of this medical device in treating adults with joint symptoms. Based on electrical stimulation plus conventional care, compared to the standard of care for chikungunya.
The specialist explained that the plan involves establishing a standardized procedure for applying electrical stimulation. To alleviate joint symptoms following the acute phase of the disease. Primarily inflammation and pain in the shoulder, hand, knee, and ankle.
Moreover the plan also includes, initially, a health intervention and data collection protocol. With an evaluation of the protocol’s results among healthcare workers in the provinces of Havana and Matanzas. Taking into account the principle that caregivers also need support.
With information from Prensa Latina
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