How Long Does ActiPatch® Last? Therapy Hours Explained
By Electrome Corporation · Published September 26, 2026
One ActiPatch® provides up to 720 therapy hours. Used nonstop, that is a maximum of about 30 days. If you switch it off between uses, the same hours last over more days. ActiPatch® is an FDA 510(k) cleared (K192234) over-the-counter (OTC) adjunctive treatment of musculoskeletal pain.
Two examples of counting hours
Example: on 24 hours a day
720 hours divided by 24 is at most 30 days.
Example: on 12 hours a day
720 hours divided by 12 is at most 60 days, if switched off when not worn.
What do 720 therapy hours actually mean?
Therapy hours count the time the device is on, not the days since you bought it. On 24 hours a day, 720 hours would be used in at most about 30 days. On 12 hours a day, switched off when not worn, it would be at most about 60 days. These are arithmetic examples, not a promise about battery life.
Use the indicator light and package instructions to see when your device is on. Do not guess the hours left from the purchase date. The device has a fixed number of therapy hours. It is not a rechargeable monthly plan. If your schedule changes from day to day, count the hours it is on, not calendar dates.
Is continuous wear required?
No one daily schedule suits everyone. ActiPatch® can be worn for long stretches, or for shorter ones with breaks, following its label and your clinician’s advice. Wearing it overnight uses hours differently from switching it off after the day. Pick the pattern that fits your routine. Do not change other treatments without medical advice.
If you take the loop off and put it back for another activity, check it still sits over the painful area and stays secure. Wear it on skin with the included tape or a wrap, or over a thin layer of clothing. Avoid thick fabric. Skin comfort and following the instructions matter more than forcing a nonstop schedule.
Can the battery be changed or recharged?
The device has an integrated CR2032 battery. You cannot replace or charge it. Do not take it apart or change it to get more time. Follow the package’s end-of-use and disposal instructions and local rules for products with batteries. If the indicator light is not behaving as the insert describes, check those instructions before assuming therapy is being delivered.
ActiPatch® is for one person. Do not share a device or its tape and wraps. Sharing makes hours hard to track and can raise hygiene concerns. To track your own use, note when you start a device and when you switch it off. A paper log is enough.
How do you protect the device during wear?
ActiPatch® is made for everyday wear, including activity and sweating, with IP22-rated water protection. Remove it before showering, bathing, or swimming, and keep it dry in storage. Protect the loop from damage when you change clothes, work out, or sleep. Do not bend it or change it to fit a new spot. Check the device before use, and follow the package insert if it is damaged. A secure fit should not need the loop under thick fabric.
If the tape or wrap is uncomfortable, take a break and check the placement. If pain lasts or gets worse, contact a clinician. ActiPatch® is an adjunct for musculoskeletal pain. It is not a reason to ignore a new symptom. Do not use it over a pacemaker or ICD or with another implanted electronic device. Do not use it if you are or may be pregnant.
What should you consider before buying?
Compare the number of devices in each pack with how you plan to use them. A pack holds separate devices, each with up to 720 therapy hours of its own. It does not turn one device into a rechargeable one. The product page lists current packs and the store’s shipping and return terms.
If you are unsure about wearing it around a certain joint or during an activity, start with the instructions and the body-area guide. The back and knee pages cover different placement points. For a step-by-step look at placing and caring for the device, read our usage guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does 720 therapy hours mean exactly 30 calendar days?
No. Thirty days is the most you would get running it nonstop. Switching it off between uses spreads its up to 720 therapy hours over more days.
Can I put in a fresh CR2032 battery?
No. The integrated CR2032 battery is not designed for replacement or charging. Follow the package’s end-of-use instructions.
Can two people share one ActiPatch®?
ActiPatch® is a single-user device. Each person should follow the instructions for their own device and its attachment materials.
Primary sources
Educational information only. ActiPatch® is FDA 510(k) cleared (K192234) for over-the-counter (OTC) adjunctive treatment of musculoskeletal pain. Read the package instructions and consult a clinician about persistent or worsening pain.