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Home » FDA approves fourth-gen rechargeable sacral neuromod tech from Axonics

FDA approves fourth-gen rechargeable sacral neuromod tech from Axonics

January 31, 2023 By Sean Whooley

Axonics marketing image of its R20 rechargeable sacral neuromodulation system for treating overactive bladder and fecal incontinence
The next-gen R20 rechargeable sacral neuromodulation system [Image courtesy of Axonics]
Axonics (Nasdaq:AXNX) announced today that the FDA approved its fourth-generation R20 rechargeable sacral neuromodulation system.

The implantable system provides therapy for patients suffering from overactive bladder or fecal incontinence.

The approval indicates the Axonics R20 for a functional life in the body of at least 20 years. It also reduces the frequency with which a patient must recharge their implanted device, cutting it to once every 6-10 months. Charging takes only one hour.

According to a news release, this improves upon the third generation’s recharge interval of once a month for one hour.

The Axonics R20 neurostimulator uses the same small 5cc form factor as the previous-generation R15. It pairs with the same tined lead and intuitive patient remote control.

Axonics said it expects to commercially launch the R20 neurostimulation in the U.S. in March. The same system received Canadian approval last month.

John Woock, EVP and chief marketing and strategy officer at Axonics, said this marks another step in driving significant market expansion for the company.

“Delivering a superior patient experience has been at the forefront of our sacral neuromodulation development efforts,” said Woock. “Patients with overactive bladder tell us that, first and foremost, they value efficacy and a long-lived solution to address their chronic condition. The Axonics R20, which requires recharging just twice per year, represents another significant breakthrough for rechargeable neuromodulation devices and underscores our commitment to continuous innovation.”

Filed Under: Business/Financial News, Featured, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Implants, Men's Health, Neurological, Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation, News Well, Regulatory/Compliance, Urology Tagged With: Axonics, Axonics Modulation Technologies, FDA

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About Sean Whooley

Sean Whooley is an associate editor who mainly produces work for MassDevice, Medical Design & Outsourcing and Drug Delivery Business News. He received a bachelor's degree in multiplatform journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park. You can connect with him on LinkedIn or email him at [email protected].

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