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DiscussionSevere SI joint pain and pain stimulators
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I have Boston Scientific stimulator implanted. I have frequent adjustments to my programs as needed. I had the first implant in 2012. My doctor suggested I have an updated version in 2018. I watched my parents and brother go through more than one back surgery and have determined that is not for me.
I have small fiber neuropathy in both feet and creeping up my legs. I had two biopsies taken, one in the thigh and one in the calf that clinched the dx. I also have CRPS from a botched surgery on my foot that is spreading. In addition to that I have PAD which is moderately severe. I use a power chair where I can and use a rollator to go to apps. Walking is getting more difficult as I have stenosis in the lumbar area which just won't give up.
I walk in the pool 3 times a week and enjoy massaging jets of hot tube and then do my leg exercises my PT has given me. I am blessed to have an apartment in a beautiful senior independent living place. I feel the pool walking is helpful. My PT said to walk in the four foot end. I use a swim noodle to help with balance.
Sorry this is so long but I hope you find something helpful.
During the trial, I received about 89% relief. Permanent implant dropped to about 60%. ^0% was still pretty good. Lasted about 3 years, the just stopped giving relief. Of course, so did the pain meds. Who knows what happened?