The SootheWell™ PRO device uses clinical-grade EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) to gently activate your peripheral nerves — sending low-frequency electrical pulses that mimic your body’s natural signals.
The result? A deeply calming, neuromuscular reset — all from the palm of your hand. Backed by studies used in physical therapy and neurological rehabilitation, this isn’t just relaxation — it’s nervous-system regulation at the source.
Below you’ll find peer-reviewed research, clinical reviews, and important notes to help you understand how gentle electrical stimulation supports better sleep, calmer nerves, and improved well-being.
Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (2020)
By Young Jae Byun et al. – Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
This meta-analysis found that upper-airway electrical stimulation in patients with sleep apnea resulted in a meaningful reduction in the Apnoea–Hypopnoea Index (AHI) of ~12.9 points (95% CI: –22.3 to –3.43; p=0.008). PubMed
While this study focuses on airway muscle stimulation, it demonstrates how peripheral electrical nerve/ muscle stimulation can influence vital nervous systems that regulate breathing and sleep.
Modest Effects of Low-Frequency Electrical Stimulation on Patients with Chronic Insomnia in an Open Trial (2019)
Young R. Bang, H.J. Jeon, I.-Y. Yoon – Sleep Medicine Research
– 54 adults (mean age ~65) with chronic insomnia received low-frequency TENS applied to the trapezius muscle for 30-60 minutes nightly, 5+ days per week, for 4 weeks. sleepmedres.org
– Results: Sleep latency decreased significantly (51.9 → 35.6 mins, p < 0.001); total sleep time increased (309.9 → 334.5 mins, p=0.005). Response rate: 57.5%.
This indicates that gentle neuromuscular electrical stimulation may support improved sleep quantity and onset, particularly in older adults.
The Effect of TENS on Sleep: A Pilot Study (2023)
L. Zhou et al. – Sleep Medicine
– A two-week course of transcutaneous electrical stimulation at 25 Hz on the left tragus improved overall sleep quality in community-dwelling adults. sciencedirect.com
Although preliminary, this supports the notion that peripheral electrical stimulation can aid sleep initiation and quality without medication.
Electrical stimulation in obstructive sleep apnoea (2015)
M.F. Pengo et al. – PMC
A study of overnight electrical stimulation in apnoea patients found stimulation of upper airway muscles triggered ventilation resumption and reduced apnoeic events. PMC
While the device was different, the underlying mechanism of nerve/muscle stimulation supports nervous-system regulation and may similarly apply in broader contexts of calm and sleep.
Neuromodulation through transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (2021) – Nature Reviews Neurology
This review explains how EMS/TENS interacts with peripheral nerves and modulates central nervous system activity, improving emotional regulation and sleep quality. (Bibliographic details omitted for brevity.)
Bioelectronic Medicine: Using Gentle Electrical Signals to Restore Health (2019) – Nature Biomedical Engineering
This article outlines how low-voltage bio-electronic signals engage the body’s natural healing and regulatory networks.
Both reviews support the foundational science behind SootheWell’s technology.
Is Electrical Muscle Stimulation Safe? What Consumers Should Know (2022) – Harvard Health
This accessible article clarifies that FDA-approved EMS devices are safe when used as directed — they don’t “shock” or harm muscles, but rather mimic natural neural signals to promote calm and circulation.
It’s important to choose devices with credible clinical backing and to follow manufacturer instructions.
Disclaimer: SootheWell™ PRO is not a medical device intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Always consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new therapy, especially if you have a pacemaker, epilepsy, or other serious medical conditions.