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ActaStim-S Spine Fusion Stimulator – P190030

This is a brief overview of information related to FDA’s approval to market this product. See the links below to the Summary of Safety and Effectiveness (SSED) and product labeling for more complete information on this product, its indications for use, and the basis for FDA’s approval.

Product Name: ActaStim-S Spine Fusion Stimulator
PMA Applicant: Theragen, Inc.
Address: 11220 Assett Loop
Suite 101
Manassas, Virginia, 20109
Approval Date: December 9, 2020
Approval Letter: Approval Order

What is it? The ActaStim-S Spine Fusion Stimulator (ActaStim-S) is a small, wearable, nonsurgical bone growth stimulator (BGS) device, that includes a rechargeable battery pack and charging unit, and electrodes with lead wires. The BGS sends an electrical current to the electrodes attached to the lower back to promote bone growth and support spinal fusion.

Figure 1: ActaStim-S System Components

Figure 1: ActaStim-S System Components

Figure 2: Intended anatomical location and orientation of each electrode relative to the treatment site

Figure 2: Intended anatomical location and orientation of each electrode relative to the treatment site

How does it work? The ActaStim-S provides additional treatment to a lumbar spinal fusion surgery by passing an electrical current (60 kHz) between the electrodes placed on the lower back, with one on each side of the part of the spine being fused. This generates a low energy electrical field at the fusion site. The field may promote bone growth and support spinal fusion.

When is it used? The ActaStim-S device is used in addition to spinal fusion or as a treatment for failed fusion. After spinal fusion surgery, the patient wears the device 24 hours a day for 270 days. The device should only be used on adult patients with a prescription.

What will it accomplish? In a clinical study of 349 people, those treated with ActaStim-S had a 79% success rate compared to a 61% success rate in people who were not treated with the device within 12 months. Success was defined as success in spinal fusion shown both clinically and in x-rays.

When should it not be used? There are no reasons not to use this device.

Additional information (including warnings, precautions, and adverse events):

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