Bridge Device for Opioid Withdrawal
A new alternative pain management treatment for opiate and opioid withdrawal pain.
The BRIDGE Device: Detox Symptom Relief
Explore IV Element's offering of the BRIDGE device, a machine that can help you manage pain from opiate and opioid withdrawal.
Detoxing from opioids or opiates can be a painful and challenging experience. At IV Elements, we want to help you navigate this uncomfortable time with judgment-free, pain-lessening treatment throughout the withdrawal process. The NSS-2 BRIDGE, often known as the BRIDGE device, is the first FDA-approved tool we can use to bring you closer to sobriety.
IV Elements offers a new alternative pain management device called THE BRIDGE DEVICE to help clients during their opiate withdrawal process to ease symptoms.
The NSS-2 BRIDGE (known as The BRIDGE) is an FDA-approved device that helps with the withdrawal pain and associated symptoms for opiate (heroin) and opioid (oxycontin, methadone, suboxone) addicts. This device is an auricular peripheral nerve field stimulator that connects topically to the patient’s ear, blocking pain signals from getting through the brain.
IV Elements is the only company in New Jersey fully trained and certified to apply the headpiece.
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How does it work?
Through the opiate withdrawal process, pain can be debilitating and in some cases, a major deterrent to detox. The BRIDGE device combines the latest cutting-edge micro technology with Innovative Health Solutions software in a battery-operated peripheral nerve stimulator that fits discreetly behind the ear and sends gentle electrical impulses directly into the brain, blocking pain signals. It works with cranial nerves and the occipital nerves associated with the uppermost part of the CNS (Central Nervous System) and stimulates branches of Cranial Nerves V, VII, IX, X, as well as trans-illuminated occipital nerves, delivering relief to the body.
It typically takes 15 minutes for our team to fit The BRIDGE Device behind the patient’s ear and correctly place the needle arrays at specific points on the earlobe. From there, the patient will wear the device for a 4-5 day period — during the worst of the withdrawal process. Following this 4-5 day period, the device can be safely removed.
Watch our Nurse Practitioner apply the Bridge Device to one of our clients.
Benefits of the Bridge Device
According to GlobeNewswire, research study results of the technology show an 84.6% reduction of withdrawal symptoms in as little as 60 minutes. Research indicates the optimal time to apply the BRIDGE device 24 hours after the last use of opioids.
It typically takes 15 minutes for our team to fit The BRIDGE Device behind the patient’s ear and correctly place the needle arrays at specific points on the earlobe. From there, the patient will wear the device for a 4-5 day period — during the worst of the withdrawal process. Following this 4-5 day period, the device can be safely removed.
- Reduces symptoms up to 85% within the first 30 minutes
- Effectively blocks pain signals
- Drastically lowers overall pain and discomfort levels
- Lessens withdrawal symptoms of opioid detox (i.e. nausea, sweating, gastrointestinal upset, agitation, insomnia and joint pain)
Our Treatment Options
For many IV Elements clients, the BRIDGE medical device is just one part of their treatment plan. We like to complement this device with BR+ NAD therapy and sometimes even a full therapy program. While the BRIDGE works to keep you from feeling as much pain during your detox, our other treatments focus on reintroducing hydration, vitamins and nutrients into your bloodstream, strengthening your body and reducing some symptoms.
A 10-day BR+ NAD program is recommended for opiate detoxes and a 15-day program works best for opioid detox. During this time, you'll get fitted for a BRIDGE device and also receive daily doses of:
BR+ NAD drips; Myers Cocktail drips.
Glutathione pushes; Oxygen therapy.
PEMF therapy; Infrared light therapy.
Recover in Comfort
We know that recovery is a unique path for everyone, so we do our best to accommodate your needs. For some people, coming into an IV Elements drip bar to receive their device is the best option. For others, staying at home is what they need to be successful. Our Mobile IV services cover anyone living in our service area of New Jersey, New York City and Philadelphia. Our nurses can administer your treatment where you're most comfortable.
How to Get the
BRIDGE Device
in New Jersey
When you're ready to free yourself from substance dependence, book an appointment with IV Elements online. We'll be there as soon as possible to fit you for your device and start treatment.
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