← Return to Implantable neurostimulator for chronic pain

Discussion

Implantable neurostimulator for chronic pain

Spine Health | Last Active: Jun 21, 2023 | Replies (334)
Comment receiving replies
@jimhd

@cbrackle

Carl, I had a conversation with a doctor about the possibility of a DRG. She advised me to hold off on it until I tried a few more things. She's an expert on stimulator implants, and she discussed some ways to adjust the scs with the Abbott rep. I'll probably see him next week for an adjustment.

I haven't read or heard much about the DRG so I'd like to know what you thought about it.

Jim

Jump to this post

Replies to "@cbrackle Carl, I had a conversation with a doctor about the possibility of a DRG. She..."
mlross4508 | @mlross4508 | Nov 15, 2019

Hi Jim,
I had a Medtronic Stim unit implanted for over a year back in 2014 and had it removed after a year of having it adjusted over and over. I had a temporary implant that I felt helped so I went and had permanent implant. I now know that it was premature in feeling it was working. I guess I was holding on with a feeling that I was getting relief. It ended up being a false relief because I wanted it to be. I now have major scar tissue that is causing pain in different ways.
I would highly recommend that you do plenty of research, look at the surgeons results, try to get testimonials before going under the knife. Once you are cut, you can’t go back ! Good luck

VIEW AND REPLY