Pantheon Research

What Pantheon Research does

Pantheon Research Inc. is a US-based medical device manufacturer that designs, produces, and sells FDA 510(k)-cleared electroacupuncture stimulators and clinical microcurrent devices. Founded in 1981 by John Hubacher and headquartered in Fair Oaks, California, the company operates as the only American manufacturer of electroacupuncture machines. Its core product line consists of four channel-configurable percutaneous electroacupuncture stimulators (12c.Pro Advanced at $1,198; 8c Pro at $674; 4c Pro at $574; 6pro at $448) plus the Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator ($1,349), all built on proprietary symmetrical biphasic waveform technology with 99.94% frequency accuracy on Pro-series units, and supplemented by precision accessories (MicroClips, electrode leads, TENS pads, facial probes).

The company monetizes through a direct-to-practitioner e-commerce model (Shopify storefront) supported by toll-free phone sales and email consultation, targeting licensed acupuncturists (primary), physical therapists, estheticians, and research institutions across the US and Canada. An exclusive partnership with Neuropuncture extends reach via bundled device-plus-training promotions ($1,000 device savings with Silver Membership at $499 + $99/month) and certification programs led by Dr. Michael Corradino. Recurring revenue is captured through extended 6-year warranties ($145.95), training subscriptions, and consumable/accessory sales. The company has cumulatively served 10,000+ licensed acupuncturists and facilitated an estimated 25+ million patient treatments since inception, with no external institutional funding disclosed.

Name

Pantheon Research

Legal name

Pantheon Research Inc.

Website

https://pantheonresearch.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Pantheon Research designs, manufactures, and sells FDA-cleared electroacupuncture and clinical microcurrent stimulators. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Fair Oaks, California, it is the only US manufacturer of electroacupuncture devices, serving licensed acupuncturists, physical therapists, estheticians, and research institutions across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electroacupuncture Medical Devices

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Implantable Neuromodulation & Neurostimulation (SCS/DBS/VNS/PNS) (HLAHAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Skincare Devices (Cleansing Brushes, Microcurrent, LED, Dermaplaning) (CRABAKAI)

Keywords

• Electroacupuncture devices
• Medical stimulator manufacturing
• Microcurrent therapy equipment
• Acupuncture accessories supplies
• Electro stimulation machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Culver City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Electroacupuncture Device Sales: One-time sale of professional-grade electroacupuncture stimulators including 12c.Pro Advanced ($1,198), 8c Pro ($674), 4c Pro ($574), and 6pro ($448). Devices are sold directly to licensed healthcare practitioners with varying channel configurations.
2. Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator Sales: Sale of portable clinical microcurrent stimulators ($1,349) designed for pain relief, muscle recovery, and facial rejuvenation applications in clinical and wellness settings.
3. Accessories and Consumables: Sales of supporting accessories including electrode leads, alligator clips, micro clips, facial probes, and TENS pads ranging from $5.60 to $45.00.
4. Training Programs and Membership: Neuropuncture Silver Online Membership at $499 plus $99/month offering comprehensive electroacupuncture training, webinars, case studies, and clinical application content with NCCAOM PDA credits.
5. Extended Warranty Services: 6-year replacement warranty offered at $145.95-$149.95 providing peace of mind coverage and guaranteed replacement for single machine coverage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pantheon Research designs, manufactures, and sells FDA 510(k)-cleared electroacupuncture stimulators and clinical microcurrent therapy devices for licensed healthcare professionals. Its product line includes multi-channel E-stim devices (12c.Pro Advanced, 8c Pro, 4c Pro, 6pro, P12pens) and a Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator, supported by proprietary accessories (alligator clips, micro clips, electrode leads, TENS pads, facial probes) and training programs delivered through the Neuropuncture partnership.

Product overview

Pantheon Research manufactures professional-grade electroacupuncture devices and accessories as the only U.S. manufacturer of electroacupuncture stimulators. The core product line consists of four main electroacupuncture device models: the 12c.Pro Advanced (12-channel with pulse width modulation/sweep), 8c Pro (8-channel supporting both milliampere and microampere currents), 4c Pro (4-channel classical milliampere stimulator), and 6pro (6-channel device), plus the Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator for cellular-level therapy delivering 0-1000 microamps. These FDA 510(k)-cleared devices feature proprietary symmetrical biphasic waveforms and 99.94% frequency accuracy. The portfolio is complemented by precision accessories including Micro Clips, Alligator Clips, Electrode Leads, TENS pads, and Facial PR probes. Services include training programs through the Neuropuncture partnership, extended warranty options, and repair services. Founded in 1981, the company has served over 10,000 licensed acupuncturists across the U.S. and Canada, supporting an estimated 25+ million patient treatments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 12c.Pro Advanced 12-channel percutaneous electroacupuncture stimulator with advanced features including pulse width modulation, pulse width sweep, and frequency sweep functionality for enhanced treatment flexibility and precision control. Supports both microampere and milliampere currents on a single device.
• 8c Pro Eight-channel percutaneous electroacupuncture stimulator delivering both milliampere and microampere currents through four output channels each, providing versatility for various treatment protocols. Compatible with Neuropuncture protocols.
• 4c Pro Four-channel electroacupuncture device delivering classical milliampere strength electrical current with symmetrical biphasic waveform technology in a compact form factor.
• 6pro Six-channel electroacupuncture device delivering controlled electrical stimulation through acupuncture needles with adjustable parameters for professional clinical use.
• P12pens 12-channel percutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (PENS) device, fully compatible with all electroacupuncture and Craig/PENS protocols for advanced clinical applications.
• Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator Advanced microcurrent therapy device delivering controlled microamperage currents ranging from 0 to 1000 microamps with adjustable polarities (positive, negative, bipolar) for tissue repair, nerve modulation, and cellular regeneration. Includes complimentary Microcurrent Facial Rejuvenation Course ($149.99 value) with purchase.
• Alligator Clips with 3.5mm Metal Connector Standard 3.5mm jack alligator clips compatible with acupuncture needles or TENS pads for electroacupuncture stimulation. Sold as standalone accessories.
• Alligator Clips with Non-Touch Connector Alligator clips with non-touch plastic connector designed for Pantheon E-Stim devices purchased after August 2022. Sold as standalone accessories.
• Micro Clips - Metal Connector Proprietary lightweight micro alligator clips with metal connector, 75% lighter than standard alligator clips, ideal for ear acupuncture and small needles. Exclusively available from Pantheon Research.
• Micro Clips - Non Touch Connector Proprietary lightweight micro clips with no-touch plastic connector for modern E-Stim devices (post-August 2022), ideal for sensitive areas like the ears. Exclusively available from Pantheon Research.
• Electrode Lead for Non-Touch Connector Electrode lead wire with non-touch connector for stable electrical connection between TENS pads and modern Pantheon electroacupuncture devices.
• Large TENS Reusable self-adhesive TENS electrodes (2.0 x 2.0 inches) for nerve and muscle activation, sold in packs of 4. Compatible with Pantheon E-Stim devices.
• Facial PR Probe Facial rejuvenation probe for precise microcurrent therapy using interchangeable stainless steel ball tips or Q-Tip attachments, designed for use with the Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator.
• Grounding Facial Probe Grounding facial probe designed for non-invasive treatments and use with children or patients with needle aversion, for use with the Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator.
• Neuropuncture Silver Online Membership Training Neuroscience-based acupuncture training program partnership with Neuropuncture providing comprehensive electroacupuncture education including clinical pearls, NCCAOM PDA credits, webinars, case studies, live NeuroLab events, and access to Dr. Michael Corradino. Membership at $499 + $99/month includes $1,000 savings on Pantheon device purchases.
• MC-Facial Rejuvenation Training Course 12 CEU-approved training course on Microcurrent for Facial Rejuvenation including DVD, handbook, and laminated reference chart. Sold separately at $199.99 or complimentary with Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator purchase.
• 6-Year Replacement Warranty Extended replacement warranty covering malfunctions and accidental damage for 6 years for a single machine, ensuring instant replacement and uninterrupted practice. Priced at $145.95.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 500% increase in ATP production from microcurrent stimulation compared to untreated controls (per Cheng et al., 1982 clinical trials)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• NeuropunctureflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive partnership between Pantheon Research and Neuropuncture (the authority on neuroscience-based acupuncture). Neuropuncture uses Pantheon's FDA-approved symmetrical biphasic waveform machines as the gold standard for their training programs. The partnership offers comprehensive neuromodulation education including webinars, case studies, live events, and certification programs. Neuropuncture Silver Membership ($499 + $99/mo) provides $1,000 savings on Pantheon device purchases bundled with training. Dr. Michael Corradino leads training programs including clinical pearls, device demonstrations, and advanced techniques.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ITO Co., Ltd. Japanese manufacturer of electroacupuncture stimulators and E-stim devices (e.g., ES-160 series). The most direct international competitor to Pantheon in the electroacupuncture device category, serving acupuncture and pain management practitioners with PMDA-cleared devices in Asia and other markets.
• Avazzia: Texas-based manufacturer of microcurrent and TENS devices (e.g., BEST, TENStim) used by healthcare professionals for pain management and rehabilitation. Directly comparable product category (electrotherapeutic apparatus) with overlapping customer base in physical therapy and integrative medicine practices.
• Mettler Electronics: California-based manufacturer of professional TENS/EMS and ultrasound devices for physical therapy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation. Directly comparable product line targeting physical therapists and chiropractors with FDA-cleared electromedical apparatus.
• Current Solutions Inc. Manufacturer and distributor of professional and consumer TENS/EMS units for pain management and rehabilitation. Comparable in electrotherapeutic device category with similar distribution model targeting both clinical and home-use markets through online and dealer channels.
• Compass Health Brands: Manufacturer of TENS/EMS and rehabilitation equipment including the Richmar brand of professional electrotherapy devices. Comparable product portfolio targeting physical therapy clinics and pain management practitioners with FDA-cleared electromedical apparatus at similar price points to Pantheon.
• 7E Wellness (MyoLift): Manufacturer of professional microcurrent facial devices (MyoLift line) used by estheticians and medical spas for facial rejuvenation. Directly comparable technology (microcurrent) and overlapping customer segment (licensed estheticians) with Pantheon's Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator line.
• BioMedical Life Systems: Manufacturer of professional electrotherapy devices including TENS, EMS, and interferential units for pain management and rehabilitation. Comparable product category targeting physical therapists and pain management clinics with FDA-cleared electromedical apparatus at professional price points.

Broad incumbents

• DJO Global (Chattanooga): Large diversified medical device company owning the Chattanooga brand of electromedical equipment (TENS, EMS, ultrasound) for physical therapy and rehabilitation. Significantly larger and broader portfolio, but overlapping in professional electrotherapy devices for the same customer base of PTs and rehabilitation clinics.

Emerging players

• NuFACE: Consumer-focused microcurrent facial toning device brand serving the home-use aesthetics market. Comparable technology (microcurrent) but different go-to-market (DTC consumer vs. professional B2B), representing the consumer end of the market where Pantheon's Clinical Microcurrent Stimulator competes in adjacent use cases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/pantheon_research
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pantheon-research-inc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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