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I take it that's like an implanted type TENS machine idea. My physio suggested using a regular external one last year but those I looked at on the web would say expensive junk, not fit for purpose etc. in a lot of the reviews. I may yet give one a try anyway but I wouldn't be expecting miracles just some added relief.

I'd be very fearfull of having any kind of permanent operation. There was a scandal here not long ago that reached government level on TV news of botched spinal ops that had made people worse instead of better.
I suppose there's always an element of risk but that's done little for my confidence in going down that road unless absolutely necessary.

Thanks for the suggestion though.

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heisenberg34 | @heisenberg34 | Jan 11 4:58pm

@jason321 I hear you loud and clear. A major surgery like a spinal cord stimulator is not to be taken lightly. One should be at a place where most options have been exhausted. Pain is robbing you of life. The trial involves a neurosurgeon making a small incision in the lumber spine area and inserting a temporary lead into the space surrounding the spinal cord. The other end of the lead is attached to a battery pack that is worn on the lower back. You wear this for a few days to see how it affects your pain. They are looking for at least 50% reduction. If you choose, you can have the permanent implant done.
Obviously, no guarantees. It dropped my pain by about 70%. Hope you can find something to help with your pain.

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