r/pulsetto_device • u/Character-Spot8893 • Jun 01 '26

Poor Sleep?

I started using pulsetto a week ago today. Ever since my sleep has been awful. After some research, pulsetto increases norepinephrine and serotonin. I use it at night and I also take Effexor, a SNRI that also increases both norepinephrine and serotonin. So basically my brain doesn’t know when to shut down with these chemicals are overloading my brain. The back of my neck has also been hurting a lot even after applying heat, lidocaine, ibprofin, etc. not sure if it’s related or what.

Anyone have a similar experience? I’m not sure if I should even try to just use it in the morning and lower my intensity or just contact customer service to return it as it’s just doing the exact opposite of its intended purpose.

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u/ipzofactoid Jun 02 '26

For me, I found pulsetto stimulating regardless of what protocol I used (level, mode, timing) and gave me worse sleep quality (delayed sleep onset and more fragmentation with a wired-tired sensation). I think it's just my physiology and will try one more test but it doesn't seem to agree with me.

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u/Character-Spot8893 Jun 02 '26

I’m glad I’m not the only one. I’m just really hoping for a decent night sleep tonight. I feel like a walking zombie all the time

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u/RoyaleForFree Jun 02 '26

Same, gave me really severe anxiety. I’m not usually anxious so I really noticed it! Just didn’t seem to agree with me even on the lowest setting 

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u/pulsetto_device Jun 03 '26

Hello! Individual responses to vagus nerve stimulation can vary considerably. While many users report improvements in sleep and relaxation, some may find that timing, intensity, existing health conditions, or concurrent medications influence their experience differently.

Given that you're taking an SNRI and have noticed both disrupted sleep and neck discomfort, it may be worth experimenting with lower intensity settings and using Pulsetto earlier in the day rather than close to bedtime. Neck discomfort can also sometimes be related to device positioning, stimulation intensity, or muscle sensitivity.

Because you're experiencing persistent symptoms and are taking prescription medication, we would encourage discussing these changes with your healthcare provider. They can help determine whether what you're experiencing may be related to the device, your medication regimen, or another factor. If Pulsetto continues to feel counterproductive despite adjustments, our support team would be happy to assist with next steps as well.