How to Prepare for a Spinal Cord Stimulator SCS Trial

In order to test whether a Spinal Cord Stimulator implant will work for you, you will have a Spinal Cord Stimulator trial first. This video tells you how to prepare for and what to expect regarding a Spinal Cord Stimulator trial.
These instructions are specific to our specialty medical clinic and not applicable to other facilities. Always check with your doctor's office regarding their specific instructions. Use this information as a guideline on what to expect.
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[@patriciasmith9422]

I need advice. My neurosurgeon told me nothing can be done. I'm in pain! So much pain after chiari malformation surgery and cervical discectomy... How do I get a second opinion

[@bigbadjohnpesek9894]

I had the permanent one put in my back. At first it didnt seem to work. I kept messing with the different settings. My wife saw me trying to set it and said give me the remote. I gave it to her and right off the bat she set it and it works perfect. The only pain i have now is from the staples in my back.

[@Neurosciencegroup]

Thanks so much for sharing your story and we are so glad that you are doing well!!!

[@pamelacampbell754]

How long is the trial period?

[@Neurosciencegroup]

The SCS trial procedure takes around an hour and the leads are left in for 7 days. You will report your amount of relief received and then the physician will determine if a SCS placement would be suitable for you.

[@bigbadjohnpesek9894]

Its maybe a month. Then i had to wait another month to get the permanent one.

[@Neurosciencegroup]

@bigbadjohnpesek9894 Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@wendygunter3735]

How did you do with the permanent one?