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SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

FDA Clears SPRINT Peripheral Nerve Stimulation System for Acute, Chronic Pain

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Source: Spr Therapeutics

The FDA has cleared the SPRINT Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) System, maker SPR Therapeutics announced.

SPRINT is a minimally invasive, nonopioid, PNS system designed to provide relief for acute and chronic pain, according to SPR Therapeutics. The system consists of a threadlike lead and a matchbox-sized wearable stimulator. The lead is placed percutaneously with a fine needle, and electrical stimulation is delivered through the lead to activate the peripheral nerves