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I'm considering having a Nevro stimulator. I had a double back fusion in 2022 and still have lower back pain. I've seen two neurosurgeons but neither has helped me. The first one tried the Sprint stimulator at my request but he doesn't do the Nevro. I saw a second neurosurgeon and he has me doing PT. My pain is 24/7. I've only done the PT for 2 weeks so there hasn't been any improvement yet. I'm considering seeing a new pain specialist that does the Nevro. One doctor said my nerve was atrophied. The other said it was muscular. I'm so confused and frustrated about having lumbar pain for 4 years. The first pain specialist said any treatment wouldn't work because of the hardware from the fusion. Does anyone think Nevro should be a consideration for me? I know this is a long post, and I'm sorry. I just want my life back. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. TIA
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I had a Nevro stimulator placed in my back for back pain (I had a lumbar laminectomy in 1999) in July 2024. Prior to getting the stimulator, I had gotten steroid injections that really helped for about 4-5 months. I also have neuropothy in my feet which is my most critical issue.
I have worked with the Nevro consultants since the implant with hardly any success. The pain in my feet is NOT being addressed by the stimulator although the neurosurgeon said it "should help".
I am now to the point that I am considering having the implant removed. I isn't addressing the back pain either.
I would strongly suggest that you do the test with the external device and be VERY AWARE of any pain relief you get. THEN decide if you want the implant.
Good Luck@@