A New Device: Revolutionising Addiction Treatment?
Episode Overview
The device uses neuromodulation to manage opioid withdrawal symptoms rapidly. It has been FDA-cleared and shows promising results in reducing cravings. Joe Winston's personal journey influenced the development of this technology. The device is being tested in various settings, including jails and treatment centres. Patient agency and choice are central to the device's approach.
"They call it recovery because you get your life back."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol or drugs? In this engaging episode of 'Addiction Medicine Made Easy,' Dr. Casey Grover chats with Joe Winston, CEO of Net Recovery, about a groundbreaking device that could revolutionise addiction treatment. This wearable neuromodulation device, FDA-cleared for managing opioid withdrawal, promises to ease symptoms within minutes and reduce cravings significantly over a few days.
Joe shares his unexpected journey from aerospace and AI to addiction treatment, fuelled by personal experiences and a desire to make a difference. Listeners will be intrigued by Joe's story, which includes encounters with rock legends and overcoming a life-threatening illness, leading him to develop this innovative technology. The conversation also touches on the complexities of addiction treatment, the potential of neuromodulation, and the importance of patient agency in recovery. Dr.
Grover and Joe discuss the device's effectiveness in various settings, from jails to residential treatment centres, and its potential to impact communities struggling with substance use. With humour and honesty, they explore the challenges and triumphs of bringing new solutions to the forefront of addiction medicine. Could this device be the key to restoring choice and agency to those battling addiction?
Dive into this episode for a fascinating look at how science and compassion intersect to offer hope in the fight against substance use disorders.