Pain Care Labs is an industry leader in noninvasive, drug-free pain relief, providing FDA-cleared wearable devices that use patented neuromodulation technology to block pain, reduce opioid reliance, and improve recovery for patients.
Pain Care Labs is a medical technology company that develops noninvasive, drug-free pain relief solutions using its proprietary M-Stim neuromodulation platform. Founded by pediatric emergency physician Dr. Amy Baxter, the company engineers wearable devices that combine thermal and mechanical vibration frequencies to inhibit pain pathways. Its flagship products include Buzzy, a device designed to block needle and procedural pain, and VibraCool, which provides vibrating cryotherapy for musculoskeletal pain, injuries, and sports recovery. The company's technology is supported by numerous independent peer-reviewed studies and FDA clearances, aiming to provide alternatives to pharmacological interventions such as opioids.
These products are utilized across hospitals, clinics, and home environments to improve patient comfort during medical procedures and support physical rehabilitation. By leveraging gate control theory, the technology offers a safe, reusable, and cost-effective method for managing acute and chronic pain. The organization, originally established as MMJ Labs LLC, has received significant research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and continues to innovate in the field of external neuromodulation to address widespread medical challenges, including needle phobia and opioid dependency.