SPRINT® Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for the Treatment of Head Pain

title:
Treatment of Head Pain With the SPRINT® Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) System
medical condition:
Cervicogenic Headache | Occipital Neuralgia
age:
21+
sex/gender:
All

Overview

The purpose of this study is to learn if pain can be relieved by delivering small amounts of electricity (called "electrical stimulation") to the nerves at the top of the neck. This study will use a device called the SPRINT® PNS System. PNS stands for peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS). This device is cleared by the FDA for up to 60 days of use for relief of chronic or acute pain.

Study Details

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Diagnosed cervicogenic headache (CGH) or occipital neuralgia (ON)

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Diabetes mellitus Type I or II
  • Prior cervical or cranial occipital surgery
  • Implanted electronic device
  • Pregnant