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Scrambler Therapy Technology uses a biophysical rather than a biochemical approach to treat chronic pain.  A “no-pain” message is transmitted to the surface receptors (C fibers) via disposable surface electrodes applied to the skin just outside the region of the patient’s pain.  Scrambler Therapy Technology remodels the pain system and uses the polymodal surface receptors as a passive means to convey a message of  “No Pain” to the central nervous system.  The repetition of this  “No Pain” information in the treatment cycle produces the pain system remodeling that allows for pain relief stabilization.

Regardless of pain intensity, a patient’s pain can be completely removed for immediate relief.  Maximum benefit is achieved through follow-up treatments.  The patient may be able to go for extended periods of time between subsequent treatments while experiencing significant pain control and relief.  The period of time between treatments depends on the underlying cause in addition to other factors.

The Scrambler Therapy Technology ST-5A Medical Device uses a multi-processor technology consisting of five independent channels that are able to simultaneously treat multiple pain areas by applying surface electrodes to the skin. The device creates and sends a “No Pain” signal, which becomes the dominant signal received by the brain, thus overriding the pain information.  If the application is properly executed, the patient’s pain level during treatment falls to zero regardless of the initial intensity and type of pain.

Scrambler Therapy Technology is for patients with chronic high-intensity neuropathic pain and cancer pain resistant to opiates, MDT and other harmful narcotic painkillers, or electroanalgesia (e.g., TENS, implanted stimulators).

Locations where Scrambler Therapy Technology began with clinical testing and has now evolved into treatment centers include:

• UCLA School of Medicine
• Johns Hopkins
• MD Anderson
• Mayo Clinic

Scrambler Therapy(R) is part of the innovative care provided to members of the US Military, aiming to reduce the reliance on opioids for pain management among service personnel. The following military locations offer access to Scrambler Therapy(R):

• Andrews Air Force Base
• Eglin Air Force Base
• Madigan Army Medical Center
• San Antonio Military Medical Center (formerly Brooke Army)
• Tripler Army Medical Center
• Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
• Naval Medical Center San Diego
• Naval Medical Center Bethesda
• Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune
• Naval Hospital Pensacola
• Naval Hospital Bremerton
• Naval Hospital Jacksonville
• Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
• U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa

• Pacemaker or other implantable devices (excluding total joint implants or spinal instrumentation)
  
• Vena Cava, aneurysm clips, coronary or other vascular stents
  
• Pregnancy
  
• History of epilepsy, brain damage, use of Ketamine, symptomatic brain metastases
  
• Prior celiac plexus block or other neurolytic pain control treatment, within 4 weeks
  
• Wounds or skin irritation in areas where the electrodes are required to be placed
  
• Cardiac ischemia within the previous 6 months
  
• Latex allergies
  

Scrambler Therapy Treatment is performed in the physician’s office or an ambulatory care facility.

Scrambler Therapy Technology Treatment can be provided by a trained and certified healthcare professional (MD, DO, PA, RN). The most common specialties include oncology, neurology, and pain management.

Scrambler Therapy MC-5A Pain Technology remodels the pain system and uses the polymodal surface receptors (C fiber) as a passive means to convey a message of “No Pain” to the central nervous system. The reception of this “No Pain” information in the treatment cycle produces the pain system remodeling that allows for pain relief stabilization.

The intended treatment protocol involves 30- 45 minutes per day, daily, for five to ten sessions. During treatment, pain is substantially eliminated. With subsequence treatments, pain recurs with diminishing intensity.

During Scrambler Therapy Technology treatment, up to five sets of electrodes are applied on the skin just off the margins of the pain area. The treatment intensity is adjusted to the maximum intensity the patient can bearable without discomfort. The intensity level is based upon the level tolerated by the patient without any input of pain or discomfort. The patient should feel the pain disappear during the application, which is a sign that the proper nerve pathways have been correctly identified.

Application is interactive between the patient and the technician and/or provider; the technician (under the direct supervision of the provider) or provider attends and makes adjustments throughout the treatment session.

CPT code selection is the provider’s responsibility and may vary depending on each patient’s treatment.

On July 1, 2011, the American Medical Association announced a new Category III CPT code that describes Scrambler Therapy MC-5A Pain Technology Treatment.

0278T Transcutaneous electrical modulation pain reprocessing (e.g., scrambler therapy), each treatment session (includes placement of electrodes)

On Dec. 23, 2020 the FDA modified the Model ST-5A to a Class II and we are applying for a Class II from the AMA.

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