Question 1

what is spinal cord stimulation good for?

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Leg pain: It is best for persistent leg pain after failed surgery.

Question 2

crps- l foot. on meds, physio- working in part, pm dr- spinal cord stimulation might work. mild crps, but meds side effects horrible. scs- good idea?

Accepted Answer

Consider sympathetic: Consider sympathetic blocks if you have not had that. You need to see a physician who has expertise in doing these blocks, to see if it can do anything to help relieve your chronic pain

Question 3

what is spinal cord stimulation?

Accepted Answer

Pain Management: Spinal cord stimulation also know as neuromodulation is the use of an implanted device that delivers and small electrical impulse to the spinal cord through stimulator leads placed in the epidural space.  These devices are normally used for pain management.  The stimulation results in the patient experiencing a tingling sensation in the area of their pain.

Question 4

what is spinal cord stimulation like?

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Electrifying!: Spinal cord stimulation performed for relief of chronic pain involves insertion of electrodes in the back part of the spinal canal. These are guided up to a level at which pain reduction occurs upon administration of a small electric current. Spinal cord stimulation is rarely done for other purposes in routine practice.

Question 5

will spinal cord stimulation help alleviate pain?

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It is a good option: If other things have failed everbody is different it doesnt work100% thats why there is a one week trial.

Question 6

what are the common risks of spinal cord stimulation surgery?

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Different: The low risks of such a procedure include infection, hematoma, neurologic injury, broken wire, loss or change in stimulation over time, dural tear, migration of wire leads, and failure of the wire or pulse generator. Prior to undergoing any procedure, speak with your doctor prior to undergoing any spinal procedures for full risks and benefits.

Question 7

what's the benefit of spinal cord stimulation for pain management?

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Spinal cord stim: Spinal cord stimulation can provide dramatic relief of certain types of pain that doesn't respond to more conservative treatment measures or continues to be a problem after surgery. You should see an interventional pain management physician for an evaluation.

Question 8

does  spinal cord stimulation reduce chronic osteoarthritis  pain?

Accepted Answer

Not wise.: Its like using a sledge hammer to crack a soft boiled egg. It is a dangerous procedure that has numerous complications and last for only a few months to a year.  No OA is that bad.  If spinal OA consider RFA-Radio Frequency Ablation. Its relief also transient but has almost NO complications and is done in 30" at an out patient facility and repeated ad lib. Ask a physiatrist, MD.

Question 9

would spinal cord stimulation help block pain caused by peripheral neuropathy in the feet?

Accepted Answer

Aggressive approach: An electrical stimulator seems to me to be a rather severe remedy for a condition which can usually be well controlled with simple interventions.  Are you taking Methadone for "nerve pain"?  Did your doctor explain cause for your neuropathy?  Have you tried Lyrica or Gralise, or Effexor or Savella (milnacipran)?  Have you had immune testing?  Do you possess a small fibre problem?

Question 10

can the spinal cord stimulation help mask the burning pain in the legs and feet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: try a TENS unit first. Prior to insertion of the permanent spinal cord stimulator a trial is usually done

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