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NEURON
Elevating neurostimulation practices for enhanced patient care
The American Society of Pain & Neuroscience (ASPN) is proud to present a comprehensive resource dedicated to the latest in neurostimulation research, clinical guidelines, and best practices. Our mission is to foster an environment of continuous learning and innovation, enhancing patient outcomes through the integration of technology and medicine.
A living document
ASPN Neuron Guidelines
The ASPN Neuron Guidelines serve as the cornerstone of our commitment to advancing the field of neurostimulation. Authored by leading experts and updated regularly, these guidelines provide in-depth insights into effective strategies, techniques, and considerations across a spectrum of conditions and applications.
Current projects & focus areas
Our current initiatives reflect the dynamic and interdisciplinary nature of neurostimulation research and its application in clinical settings. Below is an overview of the ongoing projects and focus areas.
NEURON Best Practices and Guidelines
Establishing foundational standards for the application of neurostimulation.
PEAK
Training of Fellows with Neurostimulation
Specialized programs designed to equip the next generation of clinicians with cutting-edge skills.
Closed Loop Stimulation in Chronic Pain
Innovating feedback-driven approaches for managing chronic pain.
Non-Surgical Back Pain and Neurostimulation
Exploring non-invasive techniques to alleviate back pain and enhance mobility.
SWEET
Diabetic Neuropathy
Addressing the challenges of diabetic neuropathy through targeted neurostimulation.
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Investigating the efficacy of neurostimulation in treating spinal stenosis.
Degenerative Disc Disease
Advancing treatments to improve quality of life for individuals with degenerative disc disease.
Sacroiliac Joint Disease
Developing neurostimulation solutions for sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Regenerative Medicine
Integrating neurostimulation with regenerative techniques to pioneer new treatments.
Endoscopic Surgery of the Spine
Enhancing spinal surgery outcomes with the aid of endoscopic and neurostimulation technologies.
Artificial Intelligence in Pain and Spine
Leveraging AI to refine diagnostic and treatment paradigms in pain management and spine health.
Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
Expanding the scope of peripheral nerve stimulation in acute and chronic conditions.
60 Day Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
A focused initiative on short-term interventions for rapid relief.
Social Media and Public Facing Interaction
Engaging with the wider community to educate and disseminate knowledge on neurostimulation.
Critical Limb Ischemia and Neurostimulation
Pioneering approaches to address severe cases of limb ischemia.
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