Neurostimulator
Back pain management with a minimally invasive spinal cord stimulator procedure.
If chronic back pain is limiting your life and other treatments have not delivered the relief you need, a spinal cord stimulator may be an option.
Spine Specialists of Michigan provides neurostimulator care with an emphasis on clear education, careful candidacy, and a step-by-step process.
Dr. Louis Radden is an expert in spinal cord stimulator placement to treat back pain. Spinal cord stimulators are used to reduce chronic back pain and are intended to
help reduce reliance on pain medication and improve overall quality of life.
Michigan: (248) 792-9496 |
Florida: (407) 487-8610
What is a spinal cord stimulator?
A spinal cord stimulator is a small, battery-powered device designed to help manage chronic back pain by delivering controlled stimulation through leads placed near the spinal cord.
The goal is to reduce pain and support better daily function.
Is it permanent right away?
No. This is a two-step process that begins with a temporary trial to assess pain relief. If the trial is successful, a permanent neurostimulator can be implanted.
The Two-Step Neurostimulator Process
A neurostimulator is typically completed in two stages: a short trial period first, followed by a minimally invasive outpatient implantation if the trial provides meaningful relief.
1) Temporary Trial
The trial is typically 5 to 10 days, giving you time to assess pain relief.
Under local anesthesia and mild sedation, thin wires with electrodes are placed near the spinal cord and connected to an external, wireless stimulator.
You can adjust and control the levels of stimulation during the trial.
- Typical trial length: 5 to 10 days
- Local anesthesia with mild sedation
- Electrode leads placed near the spinal cord
- External, wireless stimulator during the trial
- Patient-controlled stimulation settings
- Patients can participate in normal activities during the trial
2) Permanent Placement
If the trial is successful, permanent implantation is completed with a minimally invasive outpatient procedure.
Leads are placed by the spinal cord where pain signals are generated and connected to a small, battery-powered pulse generator implanted under the skin,
usually in the upper buttocks.
- Minimally invasive outpatient procedure
- Leads placed by the spinal cord
- Pulse generator implanted under the skin
- Typical placement: upper buttocks
Ready to talk to a specialist? Call today or request a visit online.
Who Might Be a Candidate?
Neurostimulators are typically considered for chronic back pain when other treatments have not provided enough relief and you want an option that may help reduce pain medication reliance.
The best next step is an evaluation and a discussion of goals, history, and prior treatments.
Neurostimulator FAQ
How long is the spinal cord stimulator trial?
The temporary trial is typically 5 to 10 days so you can assess pain relief during normal daily activity.
Is the trial performed with anesthesia?
Yes. During the trial, leads are placed under local anesthesia with mild sedation, then connected to an external wireless stimulator.
What happens if the trial works?
If the trial is successful, permanent implantation can be completed with a minimally invasive outpatient procedure.
Where is the permanent device implanted?
The pulse generator is implanted under the skin, usually in the upper buttocks, and connected to leads placed near the spinal cord.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (248) 792-9496 or request online at
Schedule An Appointment.
Locations
Michigan Location
Bingham Farms
32270 Telegraph Rd. Suite 110
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Phone: (248) 792-9496
Fax: (248) 792-9628
Florida Location
Orlando
8810 Commodity Circle, Suite 25
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: (407) 487-8610
Fax: (407) 487-8605
Florida site: spineorthofl.com
Florida Location
Hollywood
3700 Washington St., Suite 400
Hollywood, FL 33021
Phone: (407) 487-8610
Fax: (407) 487-8605
Florida site: spineorthofl.com
