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A member asked:
Can a spinal cord stimulator be used to treat musculoskeletal pain and neuropathic pain?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Sometimes: Spinal cord stimulation can be effective for a variety of types of pain. A temporary system is usually placed for a few days to see if a patient gets good enough relief to warrant implanting a permanent system. You should see an interventional pain management physician for a consultation.
Answered 10/26/2014
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SCS: Yes it can. The trial phase will provide the answer.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No and yes : Spinal cord stimulation may be effective for neuropathic pain but it is completely ineffective for musculoskeletal pain.
Answered 10/26/2014
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