Auricular
neurostimulation
All devices in the MAI Medical portfolio use the same core mechanism: percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation delivered through the outer ear. Here's how it works.
From ear
to brain
The outer ear is one of the few places on the body where branches of the vagus nerve are accessible through the skin. This creates a unique pathway for non-invasive neuromodulation.
Auricular Nerve Access
The outer ear contains branches of several cranial nerves, including the vagus nerve (CN X), the auriculotemporal nerve (CN V), and the great auricular nerve. These provide a non-invasive access point to the central nervous system.
Percutaneous Electrical Stimulation
Tiny microneedles are placed on specific points of the outer ear. These deliver gentle, low-level electrical signals that travel along nerve pathways to the brainstem and higher brain centers.
Neuromodulation Pathways
The electrical signals modulate activity in brain regions involved in pain perception, autonomic regulation, and inflammatory responses — without introducing any drugs into the body.
Sustained Treatment
Devices are worn continuously for 3-7 days depending on the indication, providing sustained neuromodulation throughout the treatment period while patients continue daily activities.
Built on published
clinical evidence
Each device in the MAI Medical portfolio has undergone independent clinical evaluation. Results are published in peer-reviewed journals and supported by FDA clearance for specific clinical indications.