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
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"I think Dr. Safman is an excellent clinician. I totally trust her sticking long needles into me. She is good at explaining what she is doing and at asking how you are doing during the course of the treatment."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Just explaining what he was doing during the procedure made it very easy."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"I felt that everyone was very competent and professional and that I was in good hands."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"My pain is gone right now. Explains everything she is doing."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Her compassion and expertise. Her team is very caring and efficient."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Dr Safman and team care about you. I do not feel like I am just a number to them. I have a lot of Faith in them and love them for caring."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"They answered every question and took a genuine interest and concern for me."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"Very professional, created a peaceful environment and my pain treatment was effective."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"The professional care done with a sense of warmth and humor."Provider: Balaji (Bobby) S Charlu MD
Spinal Injections Epidural/Facet"On time and very caring and professional."Provider: Kimberly Safman MD
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