Variational free energy as a conceptual framework for understanding habituation in spinal cord stimulation

VFE does not replace mechanistic models of SCS but offers a simple way to frame habituation that is mathematically grounded yet approachable. It may help clinicians and programmers understand why therapy sometimes fails, and why broader outcome targets and flexible programming approaches may lead to more durable benefit.

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Frontiers in Pain Research
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2026-02-18
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fpain.2026.1728339
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Pain Management and Treatment
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Variational free energy as a conceptual framework for understanding habituation in spinal cord stimulation

Alexander Taghva
Frontiers in Pain Research
Pain Management and Treatment
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Variational free energy as a conceptual framework for understanding habituation in spinal cord stimulation

Alexander Taghva
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Abstract

VFE does not replace mechanistic models of SCS but offers a simple way to frame habituation that is mathematically grounded yet approachable. It may help clinicians and programmers understand why therapy sometimes fails, and why broader outcome targets and flexible programming approaches may lead to more durable benefit.

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