I'm a 39yo/M. I've had the Medtronic SCS for almost 2 years now. I was amazed at how much relief it gave me from my neuropathy almost immediately after having the temporary implant. Because of this I opted for the permanent implant. I then noticed it gave me more function than I've ever had in my life. What i mean by this is that I was able to walk faster and for a longer period of time and it even slightly corrected my gait. My significant other teased me that I started to walk faster then they do-- which is only relevant because I'm 6in shorter and drag my ankles. LoL I was a bunny rabbit for sure.

Anyways, I recovered from paraplegia as a kid after being diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis (TM). Then I recovered from partial paralysis after suffering with Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) throughout the Covid19 pandemic. When my state (California) got more strict on meds, I was taken off 75% of them and was essentially forced to get a SCS device and switch to Belbuca; or go untreated. Fast forward to this month (March 2025), my SCS lead has come loose and migrated- causing severe discomfort. Because the SCS works well for some things but offers me almost ZERO relief from bone and muscle pain, my doctor is removing the migrated lead and my complete SCS device and putting in a pain pump instead. I'm both scared and excited because it comes with a whole new adventure of surgeries and med changes that have pros and cons.

Would I recommend an SCS device? Yes. Absolutely. For neuropathic pain and for someone seeking improved function. However, it absolutely comes with it's own adventure of challenges and risks.