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    Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) offers chronic pain relief but uses outdated technology, leading to complications. An ideal PNS device requires updated design and technical specifications for better patient outcomes.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) has been utilized for over 50 years to manage chronic pain in patients unresponsive to conservative treatments.
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    • To outline the design and technical requirements for an ideal PNS device.

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    • Existing PNS technology, adapted from spinal cord stimulation, contributes to device complications and limits therapy adoption.
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