Effects of Neuro-Stim System on Pain, Sleep, and Opioid Use

Pain is a complex problem that complicates recovery and rehabilitation after traumatic injury and surgery. The physician must balance pain management therapies against the potential for side effects and complications. Most of the treatment options for pain are pharmacological and have the potential for serious side effects and drug interactions. A non-pharmacological treatment would reduce the risk of adverse events and likely enhance the overall multimodal pain plan. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of Neuro-Stim System (NSS), a non-pharmacological option that uses electrical current to stimulate neurovascular bundles (nerves) in the ear and possibly the autonomic nervous system, to treat pain and improve sleep. Pain patients will be asked to participate in a study to evaluate the ability of Neuro-Stim System to reduce pain and to treat insomnia. NSS is a Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approved device intended to be used for chronic and acute pain.