Nalu Micro-Implantable Pulse Generator Receives Award for Implanted Medical Device Innovation and Health Benefits

by Jeff Huynh May 24, 2021 0 comments

CARLSBAD, Calif. (PRWEB) May 24, 2021

Nalu Medical, Inc. (“Nalu”), a California-based company that has successfully miniaturized neurostimulation implants for chronic intractable pain management indications, announces its Nalu micro-Implantable Pulse Generator (mIPG) was named the Implant and Tissue-Replacement device Gold Winner at the 2021 Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA). The MDEA is a prestigious award that recognizes medical device developers for innovative design, engineering and functionality enhancements that benefit the healthcare system and patients across multiple device categories – award levels include bronze, silver and, the top award, gold. An impartial panel of jurors made up of designers, clinicians, and engineers conducted the judging of all the entries.

“We believe our technology design provides a valuable neuromodulation option among the existing spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation systems,” said Earl Fender, President and CEO of Nalu Medical, Inc. “We greatly appreciate the MDEA for recognizing the unique and differentiating technology advancements of the Nalu System and the value it brings to patients, the healthcare system – and, society.”

About Nalu Medical

Nalu Medical, Inc. is a privately-held, medical device company located in Carlsbad, California. Our team of seasoned medical device professionals have developed the next generation of miniaturized medical devices. The result is a novel, versatile and upgradeable technology platform that we believe will allow us to address several poorly met needs in the market. Our mission is to modernize, improve, and broaden the therapeutic capabilities of miniaturized medical devices, thus improving lives of people today and addressing the demands of medicine tomorrow.

About the Nalu Neurostimulation System

The Nalu Neurostimulation System, an implanted treatment for managing intractable chronic pain, consists of a fully-featured micro-Implantable Pulse Generator (mIPG™) free of an implantable battery and powered by an externally worn Therapy Disc and controlled by the patient via a smartphone app. The Nalu mIPG is built upon the nPower™ microchip platform that delivers outputs similar to larger IPGs but with additional capabilities around waveforms, programming modes and upgradability. The Nalu mIPG is currently cleared by the FDA for both Spinal Cord Stimulation and Peripheral Nerve Stimulation indications with an expected service life of 18 years. To learn more, visit www.nalumed.com.

Indications for Use

Spinal Cord Stimulation – The Nalu SCS system is indicated as the sole mitigating agent, or as an adjunct to other modes of therapy used in a multidisciplinary approach for chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs, including unilateral or bilateral pain. The trial devices are solely used for trial stimulation (≤ 30 days) to determine efficacy before recommendation for a permanent (long term) device.

Peripheral Nerve Stimulation – The Nalu PNS system is indicated for pain management in adults who have severe intractable chronic pain of peripheral nerve origin, as the sole mitigating agent, or as an adjunct to other modes of therapy used in a multidisciplinary approach. The Nalu Neurostimulation System for PNS is not intended to treat pain in the craniofacial region. The trial devices are solely used for trial stimulation (≤ 30 days) to determine efficacy before recommendation for a permanent (long term) device.

Nalu, the Nalu logo, mIPG and nPower are trademarks of Nalu Medical, Inc.

Media Contact

Nalu Medical, Inc.
Jon Ruais
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(925) 667-6329