Acute Effects of Nanotechnological Devices for the Muscle and Joint Pain Treatment

Background: An innovative device that uses nanotechnology to induce beneficial effects on the human body is the Taopatch® (Tao Technologies, Italy), and this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of nanotechnology devices on the intensity of perceived pain. Methods: 570 subjects (49.52 ± 17.72 years), 336 women and 234 men, recruited from physiotherapy and physician centers in the national territory. Pain intensity was assessed with the unidimensional pain assessment Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). The devices were applied for two hours, and the follow-up is ongoing. Results: Most of the sample suffers from back pain (25%) and neck pain (22%), 12% of the shoulders, and 6% of the upper limb. Moreover, 14% have lower limb pain, 6% have pain in the pelvis, and 11% suffer from headaches. The lowest incidence rates are trunk pain (2%) and widespread pain (2%). The nano device’s regular application has decreased a statistically significant VAS value by 50% (p < 0,001). The pre-VAS value is higher in females than males, but the intensity of improvement recorded at the end of treatment is similar. Conclusions: The application of Taopatch® would appear to have a positive effect on muscle, joint, and neuralgic pain and was effective in reducing the intensity of the pain.