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Has anyone used the Spinal Cord Stimulator NEVRO HFX?
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Reading the comments from HFX users stating that they get occasional shocks...I had a Medtronics SCS implanted back in 2018. It worked fairly well in reducing my pain for about two and a half years. I remember the first time I laid down on my back on a hard surface. Ouch!! It was truly a shocking experience. The paddle would get pushed against the spinal cord causing the shock. I learned to turn the unit off whenever I was going to do any work while lying on my back.
From what I read in 2021, the HFX was supposed to eliminate those shocking feelings. I guess such may not be the case. Users may also have to turn the unit off at times as I learned to do.
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December 31,2024 I had my Nevro HFX iQ spinal cord stimulator implanted. I chose to use the app with my iphone vs hand control. It's been a very interesting experience. Now beginning my 8th month post op.
It took about 4 months to heal to a point where the area where my modulator is no longer sensitive when touched, and never "shocked" me. I do still use my "eggcrate" foam back square when sitting on the wooden pew at church.
I never experienced what you did. I'm currently charging my implant with the charger pad while writing to you. I do my online assessments daily which is monitored by the Nevro corp and forwarded to my pain MD. If I need my stimulation increased (you don't feel it) the app will trigger you to change to the next level.
I see the Nevro tech at my MDs office every three months.
I couldn't be happier with the results. But you have to actively participate.
Implant change in ten years, minor op procedure. Mariette