Third tier advanced pain therapy for chronic severe neuropathic pain that
has exhausted all other treatments and modalities. The SCS creates an
electrical field arround the posterior spinal column and modulates the
pain signal perceived by the Central Nervous System (CNS). The nerve pain
is converted to a soothing, tingling buzzing sensation.
Spinal Cord Stimulator is used for the following conditions:
Failed Laminectomy Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis without operative options
Chronic Radiculapathy
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Generalized Peripheral Neuropathy
How does Spinal Cord Stimulation work?
SCS is an electrical modulation of the spinal cord signaling perceived
by the Central Nervous System by stimulating the dorsal column fibers.
The SCS lead is placed via the epidural space and configured to provide
adequate coverage. A trial is done first in order to test the outcome
prior to permanent implantation (i.e. a test run).
What to expect from the Trial Run
A screener will be attached to the electrode leads in the epidural space.
An electrical impulse will be delivered and configured to cover one's
normal pain with a soothing tingling sensation. You will be awake during
the trial leads configuration to ensure adequate pain coverage. You will
leave the trial with an external battery pack and remote control to continue
to monitor pain coverage for 3-5 days.
Implantation of the Spinal Cord Stimulator
A trial is deemed successful if the patient reports a 50% reduction in
pain, improved function and less opiate use.
Cognitive ability and motivation to use this device.
Realistic expectations of benefits and limitations.
Psychological clearance to rectify any underlying psychiatric impediments
(i.e. depression and anxiety).
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Related Testimonials
Interventional Procedure"Dr. Safman is caring and communicates well. The discomfort from the spinal injection is very minor. She makes it an easy procedure."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Pain Management"Her pleasant manner, making me feel at ease before and during visits and procedures and her skill during injections."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"I like Dr Charlu. He really cares about his patients and tries to make us comfortable at time of injections."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Entire staff is very friendly, professional and cares about my care."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Dr. Safman explained everything she was doing and really made me feel at ease."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"They were very pleasant and knowledgeable. Also great at explaining the details of options and treatment."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Every one was polite and service timely and so was follow up."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Great communication with doctor and he listens to my issues. He has stopped my pain. He has a really good PA too!"Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Positivity. They want you to get better and suggest things that need to be done."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"They made me feel comfortable when I had my injection"Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"He was very nice & personable. The pain I was having is gone...."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Partial relief of my symptoms. I'm able to sit now, still have to tolerate the symptoms but not as severe."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
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