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Thinking about stimulator or pain pump for chronic lumbar pain
Chronic Pain | Last Active: Nov 28, 2025 | Replies (57)Comment receiving replies
@carolynhughes75 it really sucks that most people who get a pump, or any spinal surgery are not alerted to this possible complication. I have read that up to 30% of failed back surgeries are due to arachnoiditis
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@laura1970 can you direct me to where I can find this research regarding the 30%
Thanks
I've commented often on this blog about dangers of SCS, cuz my story didnt go well at all.
I read some of you were informed on the authorization sheet...I guess that's what you sign before surgery. Mine was presented 5 mins before being wheeled in. No one warned me of anything.
Im def suffering CSS or something akin to arachonoiditis...
Im deeply upset my Drs didnt see fit to warn me of complications, especially since I told them I didnt feel I was a good candidate. The trial is a breeze, nothing like the real Stimulator. Mine is removed but my quality of life is pretty poor due extensive pain. Spinal cord flare ups are frightening and I would caution anyone to think CAREFULLY before undergoing SCS procedure...when the damage is done, its done...maybe there can be some recovery, time will tell but such resulting pain is NO JOKE.
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The only lower back surgery I have had, was the pain pump.
So it stands to reason that my arachnoiditis is related to my pump.