Another frontier in treating cancer: electricity

Scientists are testing electric fields and pulses against a range of diseases including rheumatoid arthritis and brain cancer

Key Points

Electricity is gaining traction as a potential treatment for diseases like cancer and rheumatoid arthritis.
Companies like Novocure and SetPoint Medical are developing devices that use electricity to treat diseases.
Clinical trials show promise, with devices extending survival for some cancer patients and improving arthritis symptoms.

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