Counseling Therapy
Antidepressants
Mindfulness/ Meditation
Verelief*
$7,860
$1,740
$840
$610
We surveyed 291 patients across the country who frequently experience anxiety episodes. We found that the top three methods patients use to manage their anxiety are Counseling Therapy, followed by Antidepressants, and followed by Mindfulness or Meditation practices. Respondents reported their average Out-of-Pocket costs associated with each treatment. 83% of respondents reported having anxiety for more than 5 years.
Presented is a comparison of costs associated with using each of the top three treatments and the VeRelief product over a 5-year period.
VeRelief uses a technology called transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). This is a method that applies small electric currents to the skin over a target (vagus) nerve for the purpose of activating a neurophysiological response. VeRelief electrically activates the vagus and great auricular nerves on the neck and around the ear area, but can also be used to target other nerves like the trigeminal nerve or median nerve.
The vagus nerve synapses in the nucleus of the solitary tract in the brainstem, which then communicates with the Locus Coeruleus, which then communicates with regions in the limbic system and reticular activating system. These regions control our emotional and cognitive processing abilities.
Stimulating the auricular branch of the vagus nerve activates this neural pathway in the brain. The brain then sends a signal via the efferent branch of the vagus nerve down to the body telling it to reduce sympathetic output (stress levels) and increase HRV, which rapidly reduces anxious feelings. See this article for additional information on how vagal nerve stimulation can help reduce anxiety symptoms.
For more information about the mechanism of action, submit an inquire to request our product whitepaper with full product specifications and clinical research.
VeRelief should be used as soon as you start experiencing anxiousness or are looking to quickly calm down from an agitated or hyperactive state of mind, such as before work, during an important task, after a tough game or workday, during travel, before a family event, before bed, or any other areas in life adversely affected by a poor mental state.
Relief is typically experienced within minutes, but the device may be used for as long and as often as desired throughout the day.
VeRelief may also be used for 5-10 minutes first thing in the morning and first thing before bed for general improvements to vagal tone, which have lasting positive effects on health, wellness, and physical and mental resilience.
Side effects of transcutaneous auricular vagal nerve stimulation have been demonstrated to be low risk and similar to side effects of standard TENS devices. Side effects may include skin itching or irritation, discomfort during treatment, dizziness, blurred vision, headache, or fatigue.
VeRelief uses an output about 10x lower than other prescription electrical nerve stimulators, and has been demonstrated to be a safe and tolerable output level in independent research. Hoolest has also conducted 3 IRB approved sham-controlled studies that demonstrated the treatment to be safe and tolerable in patients experiencing moderate to severe anxiousness.
For clinical research reports, submit our form and inquire about receiving our full product whitepaper.
The safety and efficacy of the VeRelief device has not been evaluated in the following patients and is therefore not indicated for:
Check with your healthcare provider if you do not understand or if you are not sure whether any of the above contraindications apply to you or your condition.
In one of our clinical studies with 24 patients, we asked them to give up to 5 words to describe how the treatment felt. Here are the top results:
It is recommended to use the device for up to 10 minutes, but it may be used for longer if anxiousness does not subside.
The Veragel electrodes will last at least 2 days after they have been removed from their packaging. Use the Cap to protect the Veragels from external debris or from drying out quickly as they are stored in the device.
Day 1: Veragel electrodes will be fresh and will provide the most comfortable treatment experience.
Day 2: Veragel electrodes will have shrunk slightly and may be sharper and more prickly than the previous day, but still perfectly functional.
Day 3 and Beyond: Veragel electrodes are likely too small to apply treatment comfortably and should be discarded.
Veragels have a 90-day shelf life from the day of manufacture. Keep them stored in a refrigerator to extend the shelf life up to 1 year.
VeRelief uses a technology called Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS). This is a method that applies small electric currents to the skin over a nerve for the purpose of activating a neurophysiological response. VeRelief electrically activates the vagus and great auricular nerves on the neck and around the ear area.
The vagus nerve synapses in the nucleus of the solitary tract in the brainstem, which then communicates with the Locus Coeruleus, which then communicates with regions in the limbic system and reticular activating system, which controls our emotional and cognitive processing abilities.
Stimulating the auricular branch of the vagus nerve activates this neurological pathway, which leads to rapid reduction of sympathetic output and symptoms of anxiety.
For more information about the mechanism of action, submit an inquire to request our product whitepaper with full product specifications and clinical research.
VeRelief should be used for 5-10 minutes at the onset of feelings of anxiousness. The faster you can apply the VeRelief at the onset of symptoms, the more likely you can get back to your ideal level of calm and focus.
VeRelief is an excellent supplement to a standard office-based therapy regimen or mindfulness program and for people looking for powerful drug-free solutions to face daily stressors.
Side effects of transcutaneous auricular vagal nerve stimulation have been demonstrated to be low risk and similar to side effects of standard TENS devices. Side effects may include skin itching or irritation, discomfort during treatment, dizziness, blurred vision, headache, or fatigue.
VeRelief uses an output of less than 4mA, which is considered safe and has been demonstrated to be a safe and tolerable output level in independent research. Hoolest has also conducted 3 IRB approved sham-controlled studies that demonstrated the treatment to be safe and tolerable in patients experiencing anxiety.
For clinical research reports, submit our form and inquire about receiving our full 60-page product whitepaper.
The safety and efficacy of the VeRelief device has not been evaluated in the following patients and is therefore not indicated for:
Check with your healthcare provider if you do not understand or if you are not sure whether any of the above contraindications apply to you or your condition.
In one of our clinical studies with 24 patients, we asked them to give up to 5 words to describe how the treatment felt. Here are the top results:
It is recommended to use the device for up to 10 minutes, but it may be used for longer if symptoms continue.
The Veragel electrodes will last between 1-3 days after they have been opened from their packaging, depending on the frequency of use and how long they are exposed to air. Use the Cap to protect the Veragels from external debris or from drying out quickly as they are stored in the device.
Veragels have a 90-day shelf life from the day of manufacture. If your Veragels are expired, you should discard them.
