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Aclarion, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACON) is a commercial-stage healthcare technology company focused on chronic low back pain, using Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS), biomarkers, and augmented intelligence (AI) algorithms to help physicians identify which lumbar discs may be sources of pain. This news page aggregates updates and announcements related to Aclarion’s business, technology, and clinical programs.
Readers can find coverage of Nociscan, Aclarion’s evidence-supported SaaS platform that noninvasively helps distinguish between painful and nonpainful discs in the lumbar spine. News items often highlight scan volume trends across U.S., U.K., and E.U. sites, payer coverage developments such as private insurer reimbursement in the U.K., and the addition of new imaging centers and physician users. These updates provide context on how Nociscan is being adopted in clinical practice.
A key theme in ACON news is clinical evidence generation. Articles describe the pivotal CLARITY trial, a multi-site randomized study evaluating whether incorporating Nociscan into surgical planning can improve outcomes for patients undergoing surgery for chronic low back pain. Other news discusses real-world evidence publications, including cost-effectiveness analyses and case studies published in journals like the International Journal of Spine Surgery, as well as presentations at scientific meetings such as the International Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ISPN).
Financial and corporate developments also feature prominently. Press releases cover equity financings, cash runway updates, and the company’s debt-free balance sheet, along with leadership appointments in finance and commercial roles. Together, these news items offer investors, clinicians, and other stakeholders a consolidated view of Aclarion’s progress in technology development, market expansion, and clinical validation. Users interested in ACON can monitor this page for ongoing announcements related to Nociscan, CLARITY, payer engagement, and broader corporate milestones.
Aclarion, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACON) has provided a corporate update on their Nociscan AI technology, which aids in identifying chronic low back pain sources. Key milestones include:
1. Three of four largest private UK insurers now cover Nociscan
2. Partnership with ten prominent KOL surgeons in the US
3. Strategic partnership with ATEC to expand KOL network
4. Multiple commercial agreements in key US markets
5. Participation in NIH's BEST Trial with 800+ patients
6. Launch of CLARITY, a flagship clinical study
The company's technology is protected by 23 US patents and 17 international patents. Aclarion aims to establish Nociscan as a standard of care for chronic low back pain, addressing a $134 billion annual healthcare expenditure in the US.
Aclarion (NASDAQ: ACON) has announced the completion of the first Nociscan exams for patients enrolled in the LIFEHAB Trial in Norway. This randomized controlled trial is comparing lumbar interbody fusion surgery with multidisciplinary rehabilitation for 202 patients with chronic low back pain. Nociscan, Aclarion's technology, uses magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) biomarkers to help identify patient improvement following treatment.
The trial began enrolling patients in Q2 2024, with six patients completing Nociscan exams by late August. Aclarion's CEO, Brent Ness, expressed excitement about the trial's progress and Nociscan's potential role in determining optimal treatment options. The company is also involved in other research studies, including trials in Rome and two NIH studies, as it aims to establish Nociscan as the gold standard for disc treatment decisions in low back pain research.
Aclarion, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACON) has launched a program to develop a statewide network of providers in New Jersey utilizing Nociscan for personal injury and workers compensation cases. Led by Dr. Justin Kubeck of Ocean Pain and Spine, the initiative aims to improve objective evaluation of chronic low back pain patients in these complex legal scenarios. Nociscan's AI technology measures biomarkers in lumbar discs correlated to pain and structural integrity, providing objective data for treatment recommendations and legal defenses.
The average settlement for personal injury claims involving neck and back in New Jersey is $918,967, while work-related accidents causing such injuries have a national average settlement of $148,750. Aclarion plans to expand this model to other U.S. markets, targeting a population well-suited for advanced biomarker identification through the Nociscan platform.
Aclarion, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACON) has expanded its Clinical Utility and Economic (CLUE) Trial to New Jersey, with Dr. Justin Kubeck of Ocean Pain and Spine joining the study. The CLUE trial aims to demonstrate how Nociscan's AI-generated data impacts treatment decisions for chronic low back pain. Nociscan is Aclarion's SaaS platform that noninvasively helps physicians identify painful discs in the lumbar spine by quantifying chemical biomarkers associated with disc pain.
Dr. Kubeck is the second surgeon to join CLUE, following Dr. John Keller in Michigan. Aclarion expects more spine surgeons to participate, rapidly providing data to payers on Nociscan's impact on treatment planning. The company aims to address the global issue of degenerative spine disease and low back pain, which affects 266 million people worldwide.
Aclarion (NASDAQ: ACON) has launched the Clinical Utility and Economic (CLUE) Trial to quantify how often Nociscan's AI-generated biomarker data changes surgical treatment plans for chronic low back pain. The multi-center study aims to provide insights into the real-world value of Nociscan as a decision support tool. Surgeons will determine their treatment plan before and after receiving Nociscan data, allowing Aclarion to assess the tool's influence on surgical decisions.
The CLUE trial complements the ongoing CLARITY study, which focuses on demonstrating improved surgical outcomes with Nociscan. CLUE's format is inspired by HeartFlow's evidence strategy, which led to changes in coronary artery disease assessment. Aclarion expects multiple physicians and sites to enroll in CLUE in the coming months, adding practical data to their expanding clinical evidence base.
Aclarion (Nasdaq: ACON), a healthcare technology company specializing in chronic low back pain diagnosis, has announced its participation in the upcoming Virtual Investor Summit on August 20th, 2024. The company, which utilizes biomarkers and proprietary augmented intelligence algorithms to assist physicians in locating chronic low back pain sources, will be presenting at 4:00 PM ET.
Investors interested in attending the presentation can access it via the provided webcast link. Additionally, there's an opportunity for one-on-one meetings with Aclarion's management team, which can be arranged through the Investor Summit Group's registration process.
Aclarion, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACON) has announced its first commercial agreement in Michigan with Sheridan Community Hospital. This agreement brings Nociscan, Aclarion's innovative solution for identifying chronic low back pain, to central Michigan and to Dr. John Keller, a leading neurosurgeon and Aclarion medical advisor.
Nociscan is the first evidence-supported SaaS platform to noninvasively help physicians distinguish between painful and nonpainful discs in the lumbar spine. It objectively quantifies chemical biomarkers associated with disc pain, providing critical insights when used with other diagnostic tools.
This agreement is part of Aclarion's strategy to expand access to Nociscan in the US market, following recent insurance coverage announcements in the UK. It represents a step towards potential payer coverage in the United States.
Aclarion (NASDAQ: ACON) has achieved a significant milestone by securing coverage for its Nociscan technology from Vitality, the third major private health insurer in the UK. This addition means Aclarion now has coverage from 3 of the 4 largest private health insurers in the UK, providing access to nearly 60% of patients with private health insurance in the Greater London market.
Nociscan, a SaaS platform that helps physicians identify the location of chronic low back pain, is gaining traction in the UK healthcare market. The London Clinic, a renowned independent hospital, has played a important role in demonstrating Nociscan's value and securing payer coverage. Aclarion's CEO, Brent Ness, expects this success to be replicated across their 10 KOL sites globally.
With private medical insurance becoming increasingly popular in the UK, these coverage decisions represent a significant shift in Aclarion's business model, providing a clear path to commercialization in the UK market.
Aclarion achieved a significant milestone with Aviva, a top UK private medical insurer, covering Nociscan, its AI-driven diagnostic tool for chronic low back pain. This coverage extends Nociscan's availability to 45% of patients with private insurance in Greater London, joining AXA, which already provides coverage. This development marks a important step in gaining broader market adoption and potential value creation for Aclarion. Nociscan, the first evidence-supported SaaS platform, helps physicians noninvasively identify painful lumbar discs by quantifying chemical biomarkers. The London Clinic is among the premier institutions adopting this technology.
Aclarion (Nasdaq: ACON) announced the first payer coverage of its Nociscan technology by AXA in Greater London, UK, in cooperation with The London Clinic. AXA, the second largest provider of private medical insurance in the UK, covers about 30% of the private medical insurance market with around 3 million insured clients. This endorsement marks a significant milestone for Aclarion, paving the way for widescale commercialization and broader adoption of Nociscan, a tool designed to assist physicians in diagnosing chronic low back pain. The decision is expected to improve patient outcomes significantly and drive future revenue growth for Aclarion.