Scrambler PAIN THERAPY

Non-Invasive Relief for Chronic & Nerve-Related Pain near Albany, NY



An Effective, Drug- and Surgery-Free Solution to Pain Relief in Albany, NY

SCRAMBLER THERAPY
Break the Pain Cycle. Restore Possibility.
Scrambler Therapy is a non-invasive, drug-free treatment designed to retrain the way your nervous system communicates pain.
It’s safe, gentle, and backed by more than a decade of clinical research — and I am the only advanced-certified Scrambler Therapy provider in the Capital Region.
If you’ve been living with chronic nerve pain that you would describe as burning or tingling, or hypersensitivity that hasn’t responded to medications, injections, or traditional therapies… this might be the breakthrough you’ve been hoping for.

What is Scrambler Therapy?

What Scrambler Therapy Does
It doesn’t block nerves.
It doesn’t mask symptoms.
It retrains the pain message itself.
Your nerves are constantly sending signals to the brain. When pain becomes chronic, the nervous system can misfire — sending pain signals even when tissues are no longer damaged.
Scrambler Therapy uses gentle electrical code patterns to “override” these incorrect pain messages and replace them with normal, non-pain signals.
Over a series of sessions, the brain relearns how to interpret sensation accurately — leading to lasting relief.
Most people describe treatments as pleasant, warm, or subtly buzzing — never painful.


Conditions Scrambler Therapy Helps
Scrambler Therapy may help reduce or resolve pain from:
Neuropathic pain after injury

  • Nerve hypersensitivity
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Post-surgical nerve discomfort
  • Sciatica
  • Chronic lumbar or cervical radiculopathy
  • Chronic low back or neck pain
  • Burning, tingling, or electric pain patterns


Many clients come to me after years of trying:
✔︎ Physical therapy
✔︎ Massage
✔︎ Chiropractic
✔︎ Pain injections
✔︎ Medications
✔︎ Surgery
✔︎ Rest/ice/heat/stretching
When those approaches don’t provide enough relief, Scrambler often succeeds because it targets the source of the pain message — the nervous system itself.

How Scrambler Therapy Works


Scrambler Therapy transmits real-time “non-pain” information into the skin using surface electrodes placed near, not on, the painful area.
These signals travel through the same nerve fibers that normally carry pain — but instead of more pain, the brain receives “normal” signals.
Over time:

  • Pain messages decrease
  • Normal sensation increases
  • Hypersensitivity calms
  • Function improves
  • Confidence and quality of life return
  • Patients often report:
    Decreased burning/tingling
  • Ability to walk, stand, or sleep more comfortably
  • Reduced need for medications
  • Increased mobility and endurance
  • Greater ease during daily activities


Treatment Course: What to Expect


Typical protocol: 10 sessions over 2 weeks
Each session lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Pain relief can begin as early as the first few sessions, though the full cumulative effect builds over the entire course.
Sessions are:

  • Gentle
  • Non-invasive
  • Non-surgical
  • Drug-free
  • Relaxing

Where treatments happen:
In a quiet, private room intentionally designed to calm the nervous system.
Your plan is fully individualized.
Electrode placement, intensity, frequency, and progression are adjusted to your specific symptoms and changes day-to-day.

Who Is NOT a Candidate


Scrambler Therapy is not appropriate for individuals who have:
Pacemakers

  • Spinal cord stimulators
  • Pregnancy involving abdominal treatment
  • Open wounds or active infections in the treatment area
  • Uncontrolled medical conditions that would limit safe participation

If you’re unsure, I will help you determine suitability during a consultation.

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How Calmare Therapy Works

During Calmare treatment, electrodes are attached to the area(s) of a patient’s body that requires attention. Those electrodes send vibrations – artificial neurons – to the affected areas, where they interact with and affect the C-fiber of the nerve, in essence “resetting the pain signal.” In 80 percent of cases, patients experience pain relief during the initial session, with follow-up treatments conducted until the pain has been fully alleviated.

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Pricing
Many clinics do not publish pricing, but I believe in honesty and clarity.
The Discovery call is 15 minutes and absolutely free - we will determine your suitability
The initial set-up visit is $175 to see if we can achieve some change
Subsequent visits are $300 each.

The First and Only Licensed Physical Therapist Provider of Scrambler Therapy in the Capital Region, NY

Laura Brown, PT, is the Capital Region's first and only provider of this innovative electrical stimulation (eSTIM) Scrambler treatment for neurologic pain. We will perform a consultation to determine if you are a good candidate for Scrambler before you come to the office.

The First and Only Licensed Provider of Calmare Therapy in the Capital Region, NY

Capital Region Calmare & Massage, is the Capital Region’s first and only licensed provider of this innovative electrical stimulation (eSTIM) Calmare treatment for neurologic pain. We offer a free phone consultation where we determine if you are a good candidate for Calmare before you come to the office. A good candidate has a compatible diagnosis, is free of contraindications and is free of conflicting medications. A good candidate can also communicate clearly with the therapist. 

Schedule Your Calmare Consultation Today!

What Makes a Great Candidate?

You may be a strong candidate if you:
Have nerve pain that’s lasted longer than 3 months

  • Have tried multiple treatments without enough relief
  • Want a non-surgical, non-medication-based option
  • Are motivated and able to attend 10 sessions over 2 weeks
  • Want to restore comfort, confidence, and function

If you’re unsure, I will help you determine suitability in a quick consultation call.

Why Choose Capital Region Scrambler Therapy?

✓Advanced certification in Scrambler Therapy
✓ 29 years as a PT + LMT
✓ Deep specialization in chronic nerve pain
✓ One-on-one care — never rushed, never handed off
✓ A calm, private setting
✓ Compassionate, honest guidance
✓ Integration with MLS Laser & manual therapy when appropriate
✓ Collaboration with physicians, PTs, OTs, and NPs
This combination doesn’t exist anywhere else in the Capital Region.


You’re not just getting a machine — you’re getting clinical skill, advanced training, and a real partner in your healing.

What is Calmare Pain Therapy?

Who is a Good Candidate for Calmare?

What is Calmare Pain Therapy?

Who is a Good Candidate for Calmare?

What Do I Need to Know?

There are some considerations to consider when pursuing Scrambler Therapy.

  • Scrambler Therapy (commonly referred to as Calmare) Is a Neuropathic/Oncologic Pain Treatment and Will Not Assist Any Other Type of Pain.
  • Scrambler Is a Fee-For-Service Treatment in NYS and Is Not Insurance-Covered.
  • It Is up to the Patient to Communicate With the Therapist and Their Referring Physician Regarding Medications.
  • Refer All Medication Questions to a Physician, Especially Regarding Weaning.
  • Specific Prescriptions Will Nullify the Benefits of Scrambler, Including Any Use of Marijuana Products. All Patient Information Is Confidential, and Failure to Notify the Medical Team of the Use of These Products Will Not Relinquish the Patient of Financial Obligation.
  • The Therapist Is Not Liable for Issues Arising From Nondisclosure and Cannot Guarantee Results.
  • Do Not Apply Lotions and Creams to the Treated Area Before the Session.
  • It Is Okay to Eat Before Therapy. In Fact One Should Be Well-Hydrated.
  • The Patient Should Continue Medication as Advised by a Physician. Take Pain Meds After the Session If Possible, So as Not to Confuse the Treatment Results.
  • Scrambler Is a Daily Session Until There Are 48 Hours of No Change. Do Not Start Scrambler if You Cannot Commit to Daily Sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I have metal implants. Is Scrambler contraindicated?

    If the metal implant does not contain iron or produce its current, such as a stimulator or pacemaker, it is not a contraindication to receive Scrambler Therapy. Most recent materials for joint replacements and spine supports do not contain iron, but ask your surgeon if you feel more comfortable doing so.

  • Can I use Scrambler Therapy if I have an implanted stimulation device?

    No one with a cardiac pacemaker or spinal stimulation device should use Scrambler, even if the device is off.

  • Is Scrambler invasive and are there side effects?

    Not at all. Scrambler uses non-latex surface electrodes to deliver gentle stimulation. There are no known side effects.

  • How long can I expect pain relief to last after a Scrambler session?

    During your first cycle, pain will return, although relief periods should become more prolonged and intensity decrease as it does return.

    After your cycle of therapy, relief periods vary. You can expect pain relief generally for 1-6 months. In some cases, more extended periods of comfort can occur. Boosters can re-deliver relief periods once pain re-emerges.

  • How will I know if this treatment works for me?

    Once we place the electrodes correctly, you will experience decreased pain or become pain-free. In subsequent treatments, pain re-emerges with less intensity, and the relief period lasts longer. We recommend three sessions to witness this for yourself.

  • How long do sessions last?

    Sessions last approximately 45 minutes to an hour plus time to position the electrodes (possibly longer on the first visit). One treatment a day is given, typically Monday-Friday, for an average of 2-3 weeks. Specific cases may need more or less. If you are an out-of-town patient, ask about appointment stacking.

  • What will I feel with stimulation?

    At first, you may feel a stinging or biting sensation. Your provider will dial intensity slowly to reach a tingling or vibrating sensation. Constant communication with your provider is essential as to the quality and power of the feeling.

  • Do I need to combine medications or treatments with Scrambler?

    Scrambler is a stand-alone treatment that does not need a combination of any other medication or treatment. If you remain on (non-anticonvulsant) pain medications, it is crucial to stay in communication with your physician. It may be prudent to change the required dosage due to the success of Scrambler Therapy.

  • Can Scrambler cure me?

    No, Scrambler will not cure or correct the underlying condition causing the pain. Scrambler treats chronic neuropathic pain as a separate and distinct problem by changing the message the nerves are sending to the brain from pain to no pain.


    It may or may not permanently eradicate pain. Pain often returns in roughly 1-6 months after 1 treatment cycle. It can happen sooner or later than that time frame based on an individual's response to therapy and lifestyle factors. When pain reoccurs, we provide booster treatments, and previous levels of comfort return in 1-3 sessions typically.

  • Is Scrambler Covered by insurance?

    Currently, New York State's insurance does not cover Scrambler Therapy. Your provider will happily provide you an invoice you if you wish to pursue reimbursement. Laura Brown, PT and Capital Region Scrambler Therapy will not bill an insurance company. You may want to inquire if your HSA will cover this treatment.

  • How much does Scrambler Therapy cost?

    After a free consultation, Capital Region Scrambler Therapy offers patients a discounted initial treatment at $175. Subsequent sessions are $300 per session. Treatment sessions over the average of 10 (sessions 11 and 12) cost $200 per session.


    Booster treatments are $200 per session.


    Payment Options


    What makes Scrambler Therapy special and unique is its ability to offer immediate relief without drugs or invasiveness. We accept credit cards as well as financing through ScratchPay. Research this option at www.scratchpay.com


    Scrambler can seem like a significant up-front cost, but remember that results are long-lasting! For example, a patient utilizing ten sessions costs $3,000.00. They also may experience ten months without pain (results vary) even if this patient needs all three booster sessions at an additional cost of $600, bringing the total therapy cost to $3,600.00. For an anticipated 20 months of pain relief, we are now at $180/month or $6 per day.

Is Scrambler Therapy Right for You?

Your next step is simple.
✓ Request a consultation
✓ Ask a question
✓ See if you’re a candidate
Your body deserves relief.
Your life deserves ease.
Let’s begin.