RELETEX - ABOUT HOW IT WORKS

A Prescription Grade Nausea Relief.

No drugs. No Interactions.

Reletex® is the FDA-cleared, prescription-only wearable your provider prescribes when nausea is getting in the way. 

Reletex® is a prescription transdermal neuromodulation device applied to the underside of the wrist. It emits electrical pulses that stimulate the underlying median nerve. These generated neural pulses interact with the CNS and emetic center in the brain to modulate the signals causing nausea and vomiting.

FDA-CLEARED

30+ CLINICAL STUDIES

OUR STORY

Trusted in Hospitals for Over 20 Years

In 1990, Stanford physical therapist Larry Bertolucci developed the first non-invasive, wrist-mounted neuromodulation anti-nausea wearable. Using this same technology, the patented and clinically proven Reliefband® device was released for clinical use, and more than 150 hospitals began using this easy-to-use wearable. The technology received FDA approval in February 1998 for RX and 1999 for OTC. 

Endorsed by the medical community, this wearable device has been life-changing for millions of people suffering from nausea over the past 20 years.

MECHANISM OF ACTION

How it works

Reletex® is a prescription transdermal neuromodulation device that is applied to the underside of the wrist. Reletex emits electrical pulses that stimulate the underlying median nerve. These generated neural pulses interact with the CNS and Emetic Center in the brain to modulate the signals causing nausea and vomiting. 

Step 1

Find the Correct Area

Using either wrist, locate the area between the two tendons on the underside of the wrist, about two finger widths above the distal wrist crease.

Step 2

Apply Gel to wrist area intended for neuromodulation

Spread gel to a thin, even sheen about the size of a quarter or half-dollar. Don't use too much or too little - too much gel may reduce stimulation intensity.

The gel helps enhance the conductivity between the electrodes and the skin, allowing the impulses to penetrate and reach the nerves intended to receive stimulation. You should use a drop, about the size of a pea. The drop should be spread onto the skin, until a sheen remains, covering an area the size of a quarter. Gel should be reapplied as needed (about every 2-4 hours) or when the device is reapplied after washing the wrist area.

Step 3

Attach to Wrist

Place the device over the gelled area and attach to your wrist. Turn it on by pressing the power button. The blinking green light shows your current power level. Increase to the highest comfortable setting.

The device may need to be moved around the median nerve to ensure the contact pads locate the median nerve and you can feel the tingling.

Step 4

Adjust the Strap

Adjust the strap to a comfortable position and cut off any excess to fit your wrist.

We suggest starting at level 1 and increase intensity as needed to feel the tingling.

Re-Applying Gel

Re-apply as needed (roughly every 2-4 hours) to maintain the best quality of sensation.  Please note: Excess gel can weaken the tingling sensation - if this happens, clean the device and wrist, then reapply. You can add extra gel if the tingle feels too strong at level 1.

Clinical Studies

Reletex® patented P6 median nerve acustimulation technology has been evaluated in clinical studies published in peer-reviewed medical journals, including research examining its effectiveness in relieving nausea and vomiting.

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VIDEO GUIDE

How it Works

Watch this brief video for a detailed explanation of the mechanics behind Reletex®.