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Having trial of sacral nerve stimulation, doctor wants to see both sides, for now left side- little improvement, can i expect more from the other side?

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Dr. James Krick answered

InterStim: Possibly if the lead on the other side is in a better position in relation to the sacral nerve. You should definitely try stimulation the other side during the trial.

Answered 2/10/2013

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A member asked:

Having trial of sacral nerve stimulation, doctor wants to see both sides, for now left side- little improvement, can i expect more from the other side?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Krick answered

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