The Curapod non-invasive pain management device may help provide temporary relief from musculoskeletal pain and stiffness. In conditions such as avascular necrosis (AVN) and an L3-L5 disc bulge, it may help reduce discomfort as supportive therapy. However, it cannot restore blood supply to the affected bone, reverse AVN, or correct disc compression. Current evidence for such devices mainly supports short-term symptom relief rather than treatment of the underlying condition. Therefore, do not use any device or treatment on your own unless advised by your orthopaedic or spine doctor, and only as supportive care alongside your prescribed medical treatment.