Dear Friends:
My dr. informed me that the FDA has just approved a TENS-like device (it is NOT a TENS unit) for mod-severe RLS. It is currently available in three states, CA being one. I am hopeful someone is a new user, or knows a bit more about the device and supporting research. The company's phone number is: (415) 680-8984. I, like many of you, am suspicious as to new RLS treatments, considering how treatment-resistant this condition is. However, my doc, who is a movement specialist, did recommend that I try this device, and she will write a prescription. We'll see!
New device: NXT 100 ToMAC
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Re: New device: NXT 100 ToMAC
I am not a user, but have seen the information from their clinical trials and have spoken with one of their representatives. It appears to be very useful for the treatment of moderate level RLS that is confined to the legs.
If you are interested, Dr Buchfuhrer (Los Angeles area) is running a clinical trial on the post-marketing, long term effeciveness of the device. You can find out more at: https://classic.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/ ... w=2&rank=3
I tried to sign up for the clinical trial, but was turned down because my RLS is too severe. That is a common situation with clinical trials. Most do not want patients with severe RLS because they want to be able to demonstrate significant improvement using the IRLSSG rating scale and even if their product works for severe RLS, the numerical improvement would probably not be as significant as it is for those with mild to moderate RLS.
If you are interested, Dr Buchfuhrer (Los Angeles area) is running a clinical trial on the post-marketing, long term effeciveness of the device. You can find out more at: https://classic.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/ ... w=2&rank=3
I tried to sign up for the clinical trial, but was turned down because my RLS is too severe. That is a common situation with clinical trials. Most do not want patients with severe RLS because they want to be able to demonstrate significant improvement using the IRLSSG rating scale and even if their product works for severe RLS, the numerical improvement would probably not be as significant as it is for those with mild to moderate RLS.
Steve
https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/a ... 0/fulltext
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https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/a ... 0/fulltext
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Re: New device: NXT 100 ToMAC
Hi, My sleep specialist prescribed me this device as I live in California, unfortunately my insurance denied it.
To buy on our own, its $6000.00 including the accessories. I do not know why my request was denied!
To buy on our own, its $6000.00 including the accessories. I do not know why my request was denied!
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Re: New device: NXT 100 ToMAC
OUCH! That is a lot of money. How frustrating that they denied it.
Ann - Take what you need, leave the rest
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Re: New device: NXT 100 ToMAC
Hi all,
Do you know if your insurance pays for this device, will they cut your medication back? Will they continue to pay for both? I would love to try and put in for this with my doctor but if it doesn't work would hate to lose my medications!
Also, has anyone tried the TheraPulse that is similar to this one out of England? It doesn't cost as much but seems to be similar. Here is the link https://therapulse.co.uk/?gad_source=1& ... fvEALw_wcB
Thanks all,
Lissa
Do you know if your insurance pays for this device, will they cut your medication back? Will they continue to pay for both? I would love to try and put in for this with my doctor but if it doesn't work would hate to lose my medications!
Also, has anyone tried the TheraPulse that is similar to this one out of England? It doesn't cost as much but seems to be similar. Here is the link https://therapulse.co.uk/?gad_source=1& ... fvEALw_wcB
Thanks all,
Lissa
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Re: New device: NXT 100 ToMAC
No idea, Lissa. Wish I did. I haven't looked at the TheraPulse - I'll try to later this week.Lissa496 wrote: ↑Fri Jan 05, 2024 1:12 amHi all,
Do you know if your insurance pays for this device, will they cut your medication back? Will they continue to pay for both? I would love to try and put in for this with my doctor but if it doesn't work would hate to lose my medications!
Also, has anyone tried the TheraPulse that is similar to this one out of England? It doesn't cost as much but seems to be similar. Here is the link https://therapulse.co.uk/?gad_source=1& ... fvEALw_wcB
Thanks all,
Lissa
Ann - Take what you need, leave the rest
Managing Your RLS
Opinions presented by Discussion Board Moderators are personal in nature and do not, in any way, represent the opinion of the RLS Foundation, and are not medical advice.
Managing Your RLS
Opinions presented by Discussion Board Moderators are personal in nature and do not, in any way, represent the opinion of the RLS Foundation, and are not medical advice.