Phoenix Waveform was developed around a simple idea:
Make sophisticated direct current stimulation more accessible, easier to learn and easier to put into practice.
There is absolutely a place for advanced seminars, hands on training and continuing education in direct current stimulation. For clinicians who want that level of education, it can be extremely valuable.
But not every clinician needs an expensive device, multiple weekend seminars or a complicated certification pathway to begin using direct current effectively.
Phoenix was built differently.
Sophisticated technology is only valuable if you know how to use it.
That's why Phoenix gives you more than the equipment. You receive the technology, education, protocols and support to help you confidently put direct current stimulation into practice.
Structured, on demand education that allows you to learn Phoenix at your own pace, from straightforward applications to more advanced techniques.
Practical protocols covering different conditions, body regions and applications, including Phoenix settings, pad placement, movement recommendations and clinical guidance.
Have a question? Ask.
The Phoenix Protocol Coach provides convenient access to detailed Phoenix protocols and application guidance without having to search through manuals or remember everything you've previously learned.
The Phoenix Protocol Library continues to grow as new protocols, applications and educational resources are developed.
And sometimes you just want to talk to a human.
Dr. Jeff Banas is personally available to Phoenix customers for questions and additional support. Some questions can be answered quickly by the Protocol Coach. Other situations benefit from a conversation with an experienced clinician.
With Phoenix, you have access to both.
You don't have to master every aspect of direct current stimulation before you begin.
Start with straightforward applications and expand your knowledge as your confidence grows, including:
500 Hz HUNT • HUNT Mapping • Movement During Stimulation • Pad Placement • Background Current • Microcurrent • Neuromuscular Reeducation • Recovery Applications
No per minute usage fees. No required weekend seminars just to get started. No complicated certification ladder.
Below you'll find selected Phoenix Waveform protocols covering pain, injury, rehabilitation, neurological applications, recovery and performance.
Each protocol page provides educational information about the application, Phoenix pad placement and treatment approach, along with downloadable resources when available.
These public protocols represent only a portion of the Phoenix clinical library. Phoenix owners receive access to more comprehensive training, additional protocols, the Phoenix Waveform AI Protocol Coach and continued clinical support.
(These are for reference only, custom protocols will be made for you and your specific conditions)
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5 Ways to Start with Direct Current and the Phoenix Waveform - Outline
A simple guide showing how Phoenix Waveform can grow with your knowledge and experience. Start with basic pain and injury treatment, then add microcurrent, movement, HUNT techniques, and advanced applications as you're ready.
Pad Placement - Understanding Electron Flow
A quick guide to understanding electron flow, polarity, and 2-, 3-, and 4-pad configurations, with practical guidance for positioning electrodes based on anatomy, treatment goals, and Phoenix Waveform protocols.
A targeted Phoenix Waveform technique used to identify hidden hot spots and areas of dysfunction that may contribute to pain, then combine targeted stimulation with movement to address those areas and the primary pain site.
This protocol is very similar to the Body Mapping and Search and Destroy techniques used with other DC devices.
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Designed to help shift the nervous system from a sympathetic fight or flight state toward a parasympathetic rest and recovery state.
The Phoenix Waveform uses gentle stimulation with specific electrode placement to support relaxation and recovery. It can be used before sleep, after intense exercise, or during periods of increased stress or pain.
A Phoenix Waveform protocol designed to activate muscles and prepare the nervous system for movement. Phoenix stimulation is paired with muscle lengthening followed immediately by faster functional movement to reinforce neuromuscular activation, mobility, coordination and performance.
This protocol can be used as a neuro warm up before exercise, training or competition, or as a stand alone muscle activation session for individuals with weakness or impaired muscle recruitment. Applications may include foot drop, MS and other neurological disorders, gait and balance problems, rehabilitation, muscle inhibition, and return to activity or sport.
The protocol follows a simple sequence:
ACTIVATE → LENGTHEN → MOVE FAST
Each upper and lower extremity muscle group includes specific electrode placement, lengthening movements and fast movement exercises so the Phoenix stimulation can be integrated directly with functional movement and training.
A structured Phoenix Waveform protocol designed to support meniscus injury rehabilitation, pain reduction, neuromuscular activation, and progressive return to function.
The protocol combines HUNT mapping, targeted Phoenix treatment, microcurrent recovery, and progressive knee rehabilitation exercises to help restore strength, mobility, stability, and confidence in the knee.
Nervous System, Injury & Muscle Recovery Support Plan
Recommended Supplements to Enhance Healing and Improve Results with Phoenix Waveform Therapy
What Hz Settings to use for Pain, Recovery, Rehab and Sports Performance
This will tell you the different affects of the different Hz settings and what conditions to use them.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
CRPS occurs when the nervous system becomes overactive and stuck in a pain-protection loop. The Phoenix Waveform directly retrains these faulty nerve signals, helping decrease pain, swelling, and sensitivity while restoring movement.
CRPS PDF Report
Unlock the hidden power of your nervous system. This free report shows how the Phoenix Waveform helps athletes activate key muscles, recover faster, and perform at their peak using cutting-edge neuroscience and real-world training strategies.
Rebuild strength, improve circulation, and restore natural movement faster.
The Phoenix Waveform helps elbow pain by reactivating weakened muscles, reducing nerve-driven tension, and restoring proper movement patterns so the tendon can finally heal.
Take your game to the next level with The Phoenix Waveform Hockey Performance Report. Learn how to train your nervous system for explosive skating, faster recovery, and all-out performance on the ice — from warm-up to game day.
Unleash your full running potential. This free report reveals how to train your nervous system for explosive speed, efficient stride mechanics, and faster recovery using the Phoenix Waveform — the same neuromuscular technology trusted by elite athetes.
A simple, powerful add-on to enhance healing, reduce inflammation, and improve recovery. Grounding (also known as earthing) connects your body to the Earth’s natural electrical charge. This allows the body to absorb free electrons, which neutralize inflammation, calm the nervous system, and support deeper repair processes. More than 20 peer-reviewed studies document improvements in pain, sleep, circulation, cortisol levels, HRV, wound healing, and athletic recovery.
Grounding PDF Report
Not every Phoenix Waveform treatment needs to be high intensity.
There are times when the goal isn't to produce a powerful muscle contraction, perform HUNT mapping or challenge the neuromuscular system.
Sometimes the goal is simply to turn the intensity down, create gentle rhythmic stimulation and transition into recovery.
That's why Phoenix includes the ECO Program.
ECO stands for Endorphin, Circulation and Oxygenation.
It is a low-frequency, cycling electrical stimulation program designed to provide a very different experience from the higher-frequency Phoenix programs used for HUNT mapping, muscle activation and neuromuscular training.
ECO automatically cycles through a range of low frequencies during a 12-minute session.
12 Hz → 8 Hz → 12 Hz
The frequency gradually cycles down and back over approximately 30-second intervals.
8 Hz → 4 Hz → 8 Hz
The program continues cycling through progressively lower frequencies.
Instead of remaining at one fixed frequency, ECO continually changes the stimulation frequency throughout the session.
The result is a gentler, rhythmic stimulation experience that is distinctly different from Phoenix's high-frequency neuromuscular programs.
Frequency changes how electrical stimulation interacts with sensory and motor nerves and influences the type of muscle response produced.
Phoenix's higher-frequency programs are designed for applications such as HUNT mapping, neuromuscular activation and movement-based training.
ECO serves a different purpose.
By cycling through lower frequencies, ECO can be used when you want comfortable, rhythmic stimulation rather than an intense sustained neuromuscular contraction.
Think of it as changing gears.
HUNT and higher-frequency Phoenix programs = activation and neuromuscular work
ECO = lower-frequency stimulation and recovery
Both have a place within the Phoenix system.
One of our favorite ways to use ECO is after a demanding Phoenix treatment or training session.
During higher-intensity electrical stimulation, the muscles and nervous system are being challenged.
After the work is finished, we don't necessarily need more high-intensity stimulation.
We can change the objective.
Reduce the intensity.
Allow the muscles to relax.
And finish with a comfortable period of low-frequency stimulation.
That's where ECO fits extremely well.
Older Phoenix training materials specifically recommend ECO as an option following strength training or higher-intensity Phoenix applications.
ECO can be incorporated into Phoenix sessions when a lower-frequency stimulation option is desired, particularly:
After a Phoenix HUNT or treatment session
Transition from higher-frequency stimulation to a lower-frequency finish.
After strength or performance training
Use ECO as part of the post-training recovery period.
After neuromuscular activation
Follow more demanding stimulation with a gentler rhythmic program.
During a recovery session
ECO can also be used independently when the objective is comfortable low-frequency electrical stimulation rather than high-intensity activation.
Dr. Jeff Banas, DC
Dr. Jeff Banas is a Chiropractic Sports Physician, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, and Neurotherapy Expert with over 25 years of experience in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, neuromuscular re-education, and performance optimization.
He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree from the National University of Health Sciences, where he completed advanced training in:
Throughout his career, Dr. Banas has provided care for:
With extensive hands-on experience using systems such as ARPwave, Therastim, and other neuromodulation platforms, Dr. Banas helped develop the Phoenix Waveform, a clinician driven direct current neurotherapy device created as a more accessible and cost-effective alternative to traditional high-priced systems.
Dr. Banas focuses on restoring function by retraining the nervous system, activating inhibited muscles, improving movement patterns, and accelerating recovery through targeted DC neurostimulation and corrective protocols.
He provides:
Known for his clinical precision and evidence-based approach, Dr. Banas continues to work directly with patients and professionals seeking advanced neurotherapy solutions without the limitations of corporate sales models or restrictive leasing programs.
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The content on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before beginning any new treatment, rehabilitation program, or use of electrotherapy or neuromodulation devices. Use of this website does not create a doctor–patient relationship. Individual results will vary.
