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20 yrs ago disectomy left blood clot in damaged my sciatic nerve serious nasty pain stimulated in place not touching pain levels can the nerve be fix?

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Dr. David Lundin answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Spinal cord stim: Spinal cord stimulation can help with pain secondary to failed back surgery. You should see a pain management doctor to determine if this is an appropriate treatment.

Answered 9/28/2016

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