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Spinal Stimulator removal after nine years concerned about potential p
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I'm scheduled for an appointment in March to see about having my Medtronics SCS removed after 5.5 years. It worked fine for about 3.5 years, then just stopped. Had the battery replaced with a NEVRO HFX unit. They kept the Medtronics paddle and leads, but had ot use an adapter to connect the NEVRO to the Medtroniccs lead. Did nothing for the pain. The adapter means that I can't have an MRI. With by back and butt going south, I really need an MRI to see wht's going on. I am hoping that the neurosurgeon can get the paddle and leads taken out after 5 years. My prayers are with you, my friend. This back pain stuff is no joke.
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Did your SCS help with your peripheral neuropathy pain, as well as back pain?
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Have you had previous back surgeries? I am just wondering because sometimes MRI’s when you have a lot of scar tissue are less diagnostic.
When I did the trial of the Boston Scientific SCS in October I did have pain on one side after removal of the leads. The doc said it likely fired up my nerves and that would get better. It lasted about 3 days so I iced the area often in the meantime. It did completely go away.
I know this does not answer your question as you have had the implant so long. Hopefully someone with more experience can answer.
Best to you and your health 🙏