A method and device (100) for applying a neural stimulus with an implanted electrode, the device (100) comprising: at least a first electrode (122) configured to be positioned alongside a neural pathway； and a control unit (110) configured to apply a sequence of neural stimuli which are configured to yield a therapeutic effect while suppressing psychophysical side effects, the stimuli sequence configured such that a first stimulus delivered by the first electrode (122) recruits a portion of the fibre population, and a second stimulus is delivered by the first electrode (122) within the refractory period following the first stimulus and the second stimulus being configured to recruit a further portion of the fibre population.
