Violet wand

A violet ray or violet wand is a device used for the application of low current, high frequency electricity to the body using a Tesla coil for purposes electrotherapy. Violet Ray devices are popular among collectors of quack medical devices. Since the 1990s the devices have become popular in the BDSM community for use in sexual stimulation.

A violet wand should not be used on someone who has a pacemaker, insulin pump, or other electrically operated medical implant. It should not be used on anyone with a history of heart disease or nerve damage. Safe, sane and consensual (SSC) proponents prefer to use a violet wand anywhere except above the chin. Do not use near eyes. If a violet wand is used for too long on any one part of the body, reddening of the skin may occur. A violet wand may overheat if it is used for extended periods of time. It will arc to metal. The sparks from a violet wand will ignite flammable liquids and gases. A residual-current circuit breaker directly between the violet wand and the wall socket can be used for safety. Like all electrical devices, the violet wand should be kept away from water.