Alpha-Stim is a medical device that is proven to treat anxiety, insomnia, depression, and pain. 

Alpha-Stim AID uses cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) for anxiety, while Alpha-Stim M uses both CES and Microcurrent Electrical Therapy (MET).

Learn more about the mechanism of action and science behind both technologies here.

Alpha-Stim can help relieve all types of acute pain, chronic pain, and post-traumatic pain. Get more information here.

If you’re new to Alpha-Stim or are considering it for anxiety, insomnia, depression*,  or pain relief, you may be wondering “How long do I need to use it for?”

Once you start to feel better, will you need to use Alpha-Stim every day? Will you need to use it for the rest of your life? Will you need to increase the frequency or duration of your treatments to maintain the same results?

*FDA cleared for anxiety, insomnia, and pain only, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

Yes. In over 40 years of clinical studies involving more than 8,800 people, only minor side effects, such as headaches and skin irritation at electrode sites, have been reported by a small fraction of users. You can view all risk information here.

One of the best things about Alpha-Stim, and what sets it apart from the competition, is that its results are cumulative. In other words, you will need your Alpha-Stim less and less over time, since each treatment builds on the effects of previous treatments.

For example, if you are using your Alpha-Stim to treat anxiety, you may start with daily sessions that range from 20 minutes to an hour. As the weeks pass and your symptoms abate, you may find that you need only a 20-minute treatment every day, every other day, or even weekly.

Similarly, if you suffer from pain, you can use your Alpha-Stim on an as-needed basis. Since the results accumulate with use, you will likely notice that you need fewer and fewer treatments to maintain the same level of relief.

Essentially, you can determine a treatment schedule that works best for you and your lifestyle based on your results.

Most people experience relief from anxiety from their very first treatment with Alpha-Stim. You may use your Alpha-Stim on an as-needed basis for your anxiety, or at regular intervals such as daily or every other day.

While some people may experience better, longer sleep after just one treatment, it typically takes at least 2 to 3 weeks for insomnia to improve with Alpha-Stim. In some cases, it could take over a month of 2-3 treatments a week. 

Depression symptoms can take the longest to abate. It often takes an average of three or more weeks for a significant change to occur, although some people feel relief within a matter of days.

*Alpha-Stim is FDA-cleared for anxiety, insomnia, and pain only, with approval for depression outside of the United States.

Pain relief is often immediate, with users experiencing benefits during their very first Alpha-Stim M treatment. Alpha-Stim treatments have a cumulative effect, so symptoms will continue to improve with repeated use. 

One exception is chronic, widespread pain, which is best treated with daily treatments and may take a few weeks for noticeable improvement. It’s important to talk with your pain management professional about pain relief progress and how to adapt using Alpha-Stim and/or other treatments accordingly. 

You may find that you do not want to decrease your treatments with Alpha-Stim. That’s okay too! With Alpha-Stim AID and Alpha-Stim M, there is no risk of overuse and no harmful interactions with medications or other treatment modalities that you may be using.

The short answer? No, you will not need to use Alpha-Stim every day for the rest of your life. But there is no reason you can’t do so if you want to.

The Alpha-Stim AID, designed to support anxiety, insomnia, and depression, is priced at NZD $1,740. The Alpha-Stim M, which addresses all of the above plus pain management, is available for NZD $2,540.

Alpha-Stim devices are clinically used in New Zealand and are intended as a non-drug, non-invasive option for managing these conditions. Each device comes with a 5-year limited manufacturer’s warranty, and ongoing accessory costs are minimal.

Over time, individuals who rely on medications such as pain relievers, antidepressants, or sleep aids, or who undergo repeated treatments for pain, anxiety, insomnia, or depression, can spend significantly more than the one-time investment in an Alpha-Stim device. For many users, Alpha-Stim offers a long-term, cost-effective alternative with the convenience of home use.

You can view available devices and accessories, or proceed with purchase, directly through the Alpha-Stim New Zealand website.

Nine out of 10 patients report significant improvements in these conditions. It has been proven effective by more than 100 clinical research studies. If you wish to view the full list of clinical trials and studies, you can click here.

There has been no evidence of drug interaction in 40 years of research and use of Alpha-Stim. Medication change is a decision that should be discussed with your healthcare practitioner.

Over 5 years, someone who takes medication – such as pain pills, antidepressants, and sleep aids – or does other treatments typically used to treat pain, anxiety, insomnia, and depression can pay thousands of dollars more than someone using Alpha-Stim.

The Alpha-Stim M and AID devices are both about the size of a mobile phone, (but a little thicker), and come with everything you need to get started: electrodes and earclip pads (for the AID device) and electrodes for the M device, Alpha-Stim Conducting Solution (to ensure a good electrical connection), two AAA batteries for the Alpha-Stim AID and two AA batteries for the Alpha-Stim M. You will also receive a convenient lanyard for you to wear the Alpha-Stim device around your neck. It also includes an owner’s manual that explains how to use the device and what kind of relief you can expect from it. We also have how-to videos that explain how to use Alpha-Stim..

Each Alpha-Stim device comes with everything you need to get started, as well as an owner’s manual that explains how to use the device and what kind of relief you can expect from it.

Visit our Resource Center to find online copies of the Alpha-Stim owner’s manuals and watch helpful how-to videos for using Alpha-Stim AID and Alpha-Stim M.