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@rjschmid

Hi,
My name is Rick. I was diagnosed with severe spinal stenosis. The pain and getting around is slowly getting worse with each passing week. I just recently had a trial neuro stimulator implanted in my lower spine for seven days. I didn't think it was reducing the pain level very much until the unit was removed. Day 2 brings a lot of pain and I think I might go for the permanent unit.
My questions to the group is, has anyone had good or bad results over time with a spinal neuro stimulator, and what can be done about the stenosis itself?

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Replies to "Hi, My name is Rick. I was diagnosed with severe spinal stenosis. The pain and getting..."

I have not personally but a friend says she is pain free most of time. 2 back surgeries. Hope it helps you.

Has surgery ever been suggested? With spinal stenosis, the pain can be alleviated with spinal fusion. A pain specialist can help.