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Clearing Up Confusion: The 60-Day PNS Therapy Explained

USATue Jul 01 2025

Understanding the 60-Day Treatment

Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) has been around for a while, but the 60-day treatment is a newer approach. It's caused some confusion among doctors and patients. Some wonder if it's a trial, a permanent fix, or something else. The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN) wants to clear things up.

Expert Consensus

A group of experts got together to figure out the best way to use this 60-day treatment. They looked at the evidence and shared their knowledge. This is the first time anyone has specifically looked at how to use 60-day PNS therapy.

Key Findings

The experts found that this treatment can be helpful for some people. But it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. They want doctors to think carefully about who might benefit from it.

Middle Ground Approach

The 60-day treatment is different from a trial or a permanent implant. It's a middle ground. It gives doctors and patients more time to see if the treatment works before making a long-term decision.

Best Practices

The experts also want to make sure doctors use the best practices. They want to avoid any unnecessary risks. They want to make sure the treatment is safe and effective.

questions

    What happens if you lose the remote control for your PNS device during the 60-day treatment?
    Are there any hidden agendas behind the promotion of 60-day PNS therapy by the ASPN?
    How does the 60-day PNS therapy impact the quality of life for patients with chronic pain?

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