I had a Medtronic spinal stimulator implanted following partial spinal laminectomy to position & stabilize stimulator paddle leads. This was done March 2011. After replacement of 2 non-rechargeable batteries with a rechargeable battery in 2014, I had my stimulator & leads removed 11/5/21 because I required MRI imaging on both shoulders & feet for progressive joint disease. Stimulator was only regulated for brain MRIs. I also have degenerative disc disease and was no longer getting adequate pain relief below my hips. After 10 years of fighting my doctors, I finally had my 1st pain pump implanted in April 2021 to try to manage increasing pain in upper spine & shoulders. I have a metabolic malabsorption disorder that causes me to get no relief from oral pain meds (opioids) because my liver processes meds too quickly and never get into bloodstream before sent to kidneys.