

How long do I have to wear Optune every day?
A large clinical study showed that Optune should be turned on for at least 75% of the time, or 18 hours per day, to get the best response from treatment. That means you can take up to a 6-hour break from Optune every day.
Craig, an Optune® user and Patient Ambassador
Tracking Optune usage with MyLink™
Optune records the amount of time that therapy is delivered per day.
How does MyLink work?
MyLink pairs with your Optune device to securely transfer your usage data—all from the comfort of your own home.
How do I find out about my usage?
Your Device Support Specialist (DSS) can inform you about your device usage. They can review the secure data remotely.
How do I get MyLink?
During your start appointment, your DSS should have provided a MyLink device.
Ways to carry the device
Optune is wearable and portable, so you can receive treatment almost anywhere. There are a variety of ways to carry Optune. Your nCompass® Device Support Specialist (DSS) will show you the different types of bags that are provided and how to use them.
4 ways to wear the device

Handheld

On the back

Messenger

Over the shoulder
Planning your Optune break
Because you can take up to a 6-hour break from Optune every day, you can customize your treatment plan by taking breaks when it’s most convenient for you. You can even line up your array change days with your treatment breaks to make the most of your time. Some Optune users plan for:



“When I take breaks from the Optune, I go to my dance group. I dance once a week. It’s a little too aerobic to be carrying these extra pounds on my back, so I make sure that I have an array change day on the day that I have my dance group.” Lynn, Optune user and Patient Ambassador

Taking a Break From Optune
See how Optune users take their daily break.