Alpha-Stim

03/25/2026

A recent study by VA Boston and Boston University researchers published in the March 2026 issue of the Journal of Anxiety Disorders identified factors linking mental health and functionality in trauma-exposed Veterans. This emphasizes the importance of supporting care for Veterans and active service members.

A new study by VA Boston and Boston University researchers published in the March 2026 issue of the Journal of Anxiety Disorders identified depression and health challenges as central factors linked to poor mental health and daily functioning in Veterans who have experienced trauma.

03/23/2026

High levels of stress, physical demands, and inadequate or erratic sleep push your body and mind to the limit on a regular basis. It’s no surprise then that first responders struggle with anxiety, insomnia, depression, and pain. In fact, in 2017, the University of Phoenix found that 85% of first responders had experienced mental health issues.

More recent research has also found that 69% of EMS providers report insufficient time between traumatic incidents, with many expected to be on duty up to and beyond 24 hours.

But because of the demands of your job, it might not make sense for you to take medications that could impair your ability to perform at your best. Or you may feel uncomfortable with the risk of medication side effects.Thankfully for first responders, there is a safe, fast and effective way to treat your anxiety or relieve pain, without the worries of lasting side effects or risk of addiction.

✅ Alpha-Stim is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive handheld medical device that safely and effectively helps first responders with anxiety, insomnia, and acute, chronic, and post-traumatic pain. Alpha-Stim It fits in the palm of your hand, and its earclips are as small as earbuds, making treatment easy, discreet, and portable.

🚨 - 👉 Learn more about Alpha-Stim and how to get special pricing at https://odoo.alpha-stim.com/r/RG

*Minor and self-limiting effects: alpha-stim.com/risk. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

Sources:
1. Bentley, M. A., Crawford, J. M., Wilkins, J. R., Fernandez, A. R., & Studnek, J. R. (2013). An assessment of depression, anxiety, and stress among nationally certified EMS professionals. Prehospital Emergency Care, 17(3), 330–338. https://doi.org/10.3109/10903127.2012.761307

2. https://www.phoenix.edu/content/dam/uopx/img/articles/First-Responder-Mental-Health_Full.png

03/21/2026

After that first night, there was no going back.

U.S. Army Veteran Donna Harge first discovered Alpha-Stim at an Operation Red Wing event, and after seeing how much it helped her sleep that first night, she had to get her own. Today, Donna is a huge advocate for trying and using Alpha-Stim, encouraging others struggling with anxiety, insomnia, and pain to give it a shot.

🇺🇸 👏 If you are a Veteran or active military service member - ✅ we offer special discounts for you and ✅ Alpha-Stim is available in over half of the VA and DoD centers nationwide, but facilities vary in their use and utilization of the device. Learn more at https://alpha-stim.com/military/

*Minor and self-limiting effects: alpha-stim.com/risk. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

03/20/2026

More laughter? More enjoyment from family time? What could 43 minutes of MORE sleep do for your life?

👏 After only 5️⃣ treatments with Alpha-Stim, Service Members with insomnia reported increased sleep, with 43 minutes more spent asleep. Get more info here: https://bit.ly/4dq1srL

*Minor and self-limiting effects: https://bit.ly/3IqFK7K. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States, with approval for depression outside of the United States. Source: Lande RG, Gragnani C. Efficacy of Cranial Electric Stimulation for the treatment of insomnia: A randomized pilot study. Complementary Therapies in Medicine. 2013; 21(1):8-13.

03/17/2026

We are NOT a VNS device, but..

Due to the similarity in earclip electrode appearances, Alpha-Stim might look like a VNS device.
✅ And while Alpha-Stim does interact with the vagus nerve, there are key differences in the types of stimulation Alpha-Stim utilizes and the brain regions it targets.

1️⃣ Alpha-Stim delivers its patented cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) waveform through small clips on both earlobes. While the stimulation begins at the ear, the resulting electric fields extend beyond the clip sites to influence nearby cranial nerves, including the auricular branch of the vagus nerve.
2️⃣ What sets Alpha-Stim apart from a VNS device is that its fields DO NOT stop at the nerves outside the skull; they ALSO pass through the bone to reach cortical layers of the brain. This direct brain engagement allows Alpha-Stim to modulate activity in brain regions such as the temporal lobe and in broader brain networks that are often dysregulated in anxiety and insomnia.
3️⃣ By influencing both cranial nerves and cortical circuits, Alpha-Stim offers a distinct mechanism that helps normalize signaling in functional networks tied to these conditions. Meanwhile, VNS devices are designed specifically to target the vagus nerve.

Check out the 🔗 https://alpha-stim.com/vagus-nerve-stimulation/ to read more about Alpha-Stim vs VNS devices.

Does Alpha-Stim stimulate the vagus nerve or is it vagus nerve stimulation? Is Alpha-Stim considered a VNS device?

03/11/2026

Some of our favorite moments from the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)Officer Safety and Wellness (OSW) Conference in New Orleans this past week.

🚔 Get more info about Alpha-Stim® for first responders at https://odoo.alpha-stim.com/r/RGU

📸: Vincent F. Morgera, Barry Maupin; 1st Responder Conferences, and Stephanie Conn, PhD, first responder psychologist and former first responder.

03/09/2026

You take care of your community. Let us take care of you.

🧑‍🚒 - Watch for our team at the 1st Responders Mental Health & Wellness Conference March 23 + 24 in Ocean City, MD, to learn how Alpha-Stim® could help care for your health.

✔️ FDA-cleared to effectively treat anxiety, insomnia, and acute, chronic, and post-traumatic pain
✔️ Trusted by BOTH first responders and health practitioners
✔️ Proven to reduce anxiety & help you sleep better, longer

👉 Get more info about Alpha-Stim for first responders in advance here: https://odoo.alpha-stim.com/r/qxH

*Minor and self-limiting effects: alpha-stim.com/risk. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

03/06/2026

Does Alpha-Stim® help with ? Can it help with neuropathic pain? Get the answers you've been asking for here: https://bit.ly/4u7O815

Pain is a common symptom of neuropathy, so we get asked often if Alpha-Stim can help with neuropathic pain.

03/03/2026

You take care of your community. Let us take care of you.

Watch for our team at the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Officer Safety and Wellness (OSW) Conference, March 6-84 in New Orleans, LA, to learn how Alpha-Stim® could help your entire department take better care of their health.

✔️ FDA-cleared to effectively treat anxiety, insomnia, and acute, chronic, and post-traumatic pain
✔️ Safe and easy to use
✔️ Proven to reduce anxiety & help you sleep better, longer

👉 Get more info about Alpha-Stim for first responders in advance here: https://odoo.alpha-stim.com/r/qxH

*Minor and self-limiting effects: alpha-stim.com/risk. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

03/01/2026

Patients 💕 love the Alpha-Stim® so much when Dawn Rothwell has them try it, that to use her own words, "They never want to give it back. I have to chase them all over. They never want to give the device back."

Can't blame them either, we're pretty in love with it too. 😉

See how to get Alpha-Stim yourself via a fast telehealth visit at https://odoo.alpha-stim.com/r/xUu

02/24/2026

"So for myself, like I said, I have a hard time falling asleep, and since I use it about three times a week, I have no problems falling asleep. And then I wake up refreshed. I have tried like Trazodone, melatonin, and stuff to help me sleep, and I don't need any of that. That's my experience."

Get more info about Alpha-Stim for nurses at 🔗 https://alpha-stim.com/nurses/

*Minor and self-limiting effects: alpha-stim.com/risk. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

02/16/2026

We've been getting a lot of questions about insurance lately, so we thought we'd answer here.

Be sure to also check out our FAQ page (https://bit.ly/3Qk0HVl) that has answers to other common questions we get.

🔎 Will health insurance cover Alpha-Stim® in the US?
Insurance coverage varies by policy. Some might, but some won't. If you have a flex spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA), you can use these to purchase an Alpha-Stim. It qualifies for both.

If your insurance company, including a Medicare or Medicaid plan provider will potentially cover Alpha-Stim, durable medical equipment coverage is often required to obtain some level of reimbursement.

👉 We don't bill private insurance carriers, but we are more than happy to assist customers by providing a paid invoice and a Statement of Medical Necessity Form for your practitioner to complete. This statement is typically required by the insurance carrier if the device is covered.