Breaking the Cycle of Chronic Pain

Magnetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (mPNS) in Chicago for Advanced Neuropathic Pain Relief

Living with the persistent burning, stabbing, or "electric shock" sensations of chronic nerve pain can make everyday life for patients with painful neuropathy feel like an uphill battle. For many patients, the journey to find relief is exhausting, often leading to a dead-end of not always effective medications like gabapentinoids or high-risk opioids. At CNS Brain Center, we believe you deserve a better standard of care. We understand that masking symptoms is not the same as treating them. That is why we are proud to introduce Magnetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (mPNS) to our Chicago clinic—a breakthrough, FDA-cleared technology designed to treat the root cause of neuropathic pain. Magnetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (mPNS) has emerged as a transformative, non-invasive solution for patients struggling with chronic peripheral neuropathy and intractable nerve pain. Unlike traditional treatments that require surgical implants or long-term medication, mPNS uses high-intensity, focused magnetic pulses to stimulate deep nerve bundles and "reset" overactive pain signaling pathways. The technology achieved a major milestone in early 2024 when the FDA cleared the Axon Therapy mPNS system specifically for the treatment of Painful Diabetic Neuropathy (PDN). This landmark approval was supported by rigorous clinical data, including a multi-center randomized controlled trial (the AT-PDN study) where patients experienced a 57.6% average reduction in VAS pain scores and significant improvements in numbness and quality of life. For those seeking alternatives to opioids, mPNS offers a drug-free path with responder rates reaching as high as 87% in clinical series, making it a leading choice for managing post-traumatic and post-surgical neuropathic pain safely and effectively. Under the guidance of Dr. Lenny Cohen, we offer this revolutionary non-invasive, drug-free path to recovery that focuses on reconditioning your nervous system for long-term relief.

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What is mPNS? A Paradigm Shift in Pain Management

mPNS (Magnetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation) represents the future of pain management. Unlike traditional Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) which requires invasive surgeries, implanted leads, or battery packs, mPNS is completely non-invasive.

At CNS Brain Center, we utilize the Axon Therapy® platform to deliver this treatment. It works transcutaneously—meaning it delivers therapeutic magnetic pulses through the skin directly to the targeted nerve bundles. This technology allows us to "rewrite" the pain signals being sent to your brain without a single needle, incision, or pharmaceutical side effect.

The CNS Difference: How mPNS Works

Chronic pain is often the result of a "maladaptive loop" in the neurological system. When nerves are damaged by trauma, surgery, or conditions like diabetes, they become hyperactive. They continue to fire "danger" signals to the brain even when the original injury has healed.

Targeting the Nerve Bundle

The mPNS device uses a high-intensity, time-varying magnetic field to penetrate deep into the tissue.

Restoring A-Beta Functionality

The pulses specifically target A-Beta fibers. These are the large-diameter nerve fibers responsible for non-painful sensory input (like touch). In chronic pain states, these fibers often go dormant.

Gate Control Theory

By reactivating A-Beta fibers, mPNS effectively "closes the gate" on pain transmission, preventing the smaller C-fibers (pain signals) from reaching the brain. Clinical Insight: In pivotal clinical trials, responders to this therapy experienced an average of 87% reduction in pain after completing the full protocol.

The Science of Neural Reconditioning

At CNS Brain Center, we don't just treat the site of the pain; we treat the central nervous system (CNS).

When you live with pain for months or years, your brain undergoes central sensitization—it becomes "wired" to feel pain more acutely. mPNS acts as a neurological reset button. By consistently delivering non-painful, rhythmic magnetic pulses, we force the nervous system to process normal sensations again.

This process induces neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections. Over the course of the treatment protocol, we are essentially training your brain to stop interpreting safe signals as dangerous pain.

What to Expect During Your mPNS Session in Chicago

We prioritize a patient experience that is professional, efficient, and comfortable. Because mPNS is non-invasive, there is zero downtime. You can visit our clinic on your lunch break and return to work immediately.

Duration

A typical session is incredibly fast, lasting only 13.5 minutes.

The Sensation

You will sit comfortably while a handheld coil is placed over the treatment area. You will feel a strong, rhythmic "tapping" or pulsing sensation. It is not painful, and there are no electrical shocks involved

the Protocol

To achieve the best results, consistency is key. Most patients follow a "loading dose" schedule:

Week 1: 3 sessions.

Weeks 2–4: 1 session per week.

Maintenance: 1 session per month to sustain relief.

Is Magnetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Right for You?

We frequently prescribe mPNS for patients in the Greater Chicago area who have not found relief through physical therapy, injections, or surgery. It is an ideal solution for:

Post-Traumatic Pain

Nerve damage following an accident, sports injury, or fracture leading to a painful condition known as CRPS (complex regional pain syndrome)

Post-Surgical Pain

Persistent pain following knee or hip replacements (often caused by saphenous or sciatic nerve irritation).

Painful Diabetic Neuropathy (PDN)

Burning, tingling, and numbness in the feet or hands associated with diabetes.

Chronic Nerve Entrapment

Conditions where nerves are compressed, causing radiating pain.

Drug-Free Seekers

Patients who want to avoid the brain fog, weight gain, or addiction risks associated with opioids and gabapentin.

Comprehensive Care at CNS Brain Center

Why choose CNS Brain Center for your recovery? Because we look at the whole person. Dr. Lenny Cohen is a board-certified neurologist who combines cutting-edge technology with functional medicine principles.

Depending on your specific condition, we may combine mPNS with other regenerative therapies available at our Chicago clinic to accelerate your healing, such as:

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to reduce inflammation and promote angiogenesis.
IV Nutrient Therapy to provide the raw materials your nerves need to repair.

mPNS Treatment: Frequently Asked Questions

Take the Next Step Toward a Pain-Free Life

You do not have to accept chronic pain as your "new normal" Stop managing your symptoms and start treating the source.

Schedule your consultation at CNS Brain Center today.

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