Guest guest Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 Are you talking about the battery that is implanted? The one that I have is rechargeable. I recharge it with a disk that you get when you have the implant. Eventually it will go dead and it will have to be replaced surgically.. Only the battery will have to be replaced, not the wires. The company says it should last from 5-7, maybe 7-l0 years. The life of the battery will depend on how high you keep the stimulation. You get a remote to control the intensity of the stimulation. Hope this helps. Sue C ________________________________ From: Tinkler <tinklerjoshua@...> Stimulator Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 11:35:58 PM Subject: Re: Re: Welcome new members THIS IS JOSHS WIFE AND I JUST WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT THE BATTERY DOES IT GO DEAD AND IF SO HOW DO YOU CHANGE IT ____________ _________ _________ __ From: Corn <butterfliesrfree309 @> Stimulator@gro ups.com Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 4:10:21 PM Subject: Re: Re: Welcome new members You're welcome. I hope you are able to get the appointment for the counselor and then the trial ASAP. If you have any questions or need any information, please contact us. Sue C ____________ _________ _________ __ From: Tinkler <tinklerjoshua> Stimulator@gro ups.com Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 4:40:14 PM Subject: Re: Re: Welcome new members THANK YOU I WILL BE DOING THE TRIAL AS SOON AS I GET DONE WITH THE COUNSELING THAT THEY SAY I HAVE TO GO TOO. THANX FOR YOUR INPUT AND I WILL KEEP YOU (THE GROUP) INFORMED ____________ _________ _________ __ From: Corn <butterfliesrfree30 9 @> Stimulator@gro ups.com Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 12:22:49 PM Subject: Re: Re: Welcome new members Hi Josh. As I have stated before, I have 2 stims. I have a cervical and a lumbar spinal cord stimulator as well as a pain pump. The stims have helped me a great deal. They have helped me with my mobility. The lumbar stim kept me out of a wheelchair. The cervical stim gave me back the mobility of my arm. The stim does not cure your problem, but it does hopefully give you back your quality of life. The stim will not take away all of your pain, but will hopefully reduce your pain by about half. The stim makes it possible for you to have more good days than bad days. You can't overdo things, or your pain level will increase, but you should be able to do more with the implant. You go for a trial before the implant to see if the stimulator will help you. I suggest you try the trial. If it helps, and you get enough relief, then you know it's worth going for another surgery. Good luck. Keep us posted. Sue C ____________ _________ _________ __ From: Tinkler <tinklerjoshua> Stimulator@gro ups.com Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 12:53:32 PM Subject: Re: Re: Welcome new members HI MY NAME IS JOSH AND I HAVE CHRO NIC BACK PAIN EVEN AFTER MY SURGARY. I HAVE 2 TITANIUM RODS IN MY BACK. I AM LOOKING INTO THIS STIMULATOR IMPLANT AND WOULD LIKE SOME INPUT ON IT. SO IF ANYONE WHO HAS IT WOULD PLEASE LET ME KNOW SOME INFO ON IT. LIKE HAS IT HELPED AND IF SO HOW MUCH AND IS IT WORTH ANOTHER SURGARY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME ____________ _________ _________ __ From: Deanna Ramsey <Photobug33777@ sbcglobal. net> SCS support group <Stimulator@ gro ups.com> Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 10:45:15 AM Subject: Re: Re: Welcome new members One day would never be enough to gain understanding of our pain. Pretty much anyone can get thru a day or two cause they know it's gonna end...light at the end of the tunnel syndrome. Give them a few weeks thinking it's never going away would be much better! Not that I wish chronic pain on anyone...I'm just saying! Deanna Sent from my iPhone On Aug 14, 2009, at 8:47 AM, Corn <butterfliesrfree30 9 @> wrote: Hi Mike. I'm glad that you are getting relief from your pain. What works for one person might not work, or be right for someone else. We must stand up and advocate for ourselves. You are so right when you say that we want our quality of life back. It's not right that other people (drs, insurance cos, politicitians, etc) make the decisions that effect our lives.. We are the ones living in pain, we are the ones who can't function, and they are the ones who dictate what can and cannot be done. If only they trade places with us for one day!! We must take a more active role in our own lives. We must do what we can to take back whatever control we can. We must move our bodies. Some form of excersie is important. Immobility makes the body stiff and increases the pain. Sue C ____________ _________ _________ __ From: oldstylemike1 <oldstylemike1@ ...com> Stimulator@gro ups.com Sent: Friday, August 14, 2009 7:19:41 AM Subject: Re: Welcome new members > > I want to welcome all the new members to the group. My name is Sue. I have RSD along with several other medical conditions. I have 2 spinal cord stimulators and a pain pump. > > The stims and pump have made it possible for me to be able to function > again. Yes, there are still things that I cannot do, yes, I still have pain, but I am able to function. The stim is not a cure, but a means of giving you your life back. The key is doing things in moderation. > > Everyone in the group knows what everyone else is going through. We are all going through, or have gone through the same thing. Only someone who lives in chronic pain can understand what it is like to be in pain each day, every minute of the day. We are here to support each other. If you have any questions, or need any information, please contact us. > > Sue C > >hey sue, its a pleasure to talk. my name is mike graham, i'm a 46 year old disabled man. i have suffered from a degenerative condition in my spine. i currently have a spinal cord stimulator and a morphine pump installed inside my body. back during my first spinal fusion, i was prescribed very large doses of medication to battle some of the pain i was in. the oral opiates almost killed me, i was bedridden and had lost over seventy pounds. if not for the recommendation of a hospice nurse, i wouldn't be here writing letters on this issue, i would have died. i'll leave that as the reader's digest version. there are too many people that are suffering needlessly. is marijuana the answer to everything, obviously no, but it works for me, and many others, so why shouldn't a doctor have the ability to alleviate pain and suffering in some, if they can? it doesn't make sense. i was taking more prescribed medications for the side effects i was having from the opiates i was taking. in 2009, we made great strides towards making a difference in the lives of many, and that is why i got involved, to make a difference. many folks have put in countless hours to get where we are, and it will take more to get this job complete. state senator haine led the fight through the SENATE and state representative lou lang has gained the support of fellow state congresspersons across the state. we were proud that 30 SENATORS had the courage, compassion and common sense to allow patients access to something that has been used as medicine in CHINA for over 5000 years. when the " powers that be " down in springfield get all the votes counted, they will bring it before the HOUSE for a vote and then on to the GOVERNOR. we want a system that will be " patient focused " & one that will be used as a model when other states work on their own legislation. we need more patient's to help educate those members of the HOUSE that may " not have had any idea the issue affected so many " (honest answer).. we need to make it well known, we want some quality of life back!!! sue, this is my " form " letter i send to my local politicians, along with a little tweaking, it truly has saved my life. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Thank you for the welcome !!! I look forward to learning more from everyone here and to being a support to those that need it. ~ Utah ________________________________ From: <radiant.salubrity@...> Stimulator Sent: Mon, October 19, 2009 6:00:40 AM Subject: Welcome New Members Welcome to all the new members. Things have been a little quite around here of late. Don't let that worry you though. There are quite a few people on board that can help with any query you might have, or anything you would like help with. Don't be shy, jump on in and let us know how we can help you. Or if you just want to introduce yourself that's ok too. Not everyone has had the same procedures done. We've all had something different and varied. If we can't help you, we'll pass you on to someone who can. Cheers & welcome Aboard. __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 Welcome , wow you have been through alot, you poor thing! I am hoping that everything goes smooth for you. I have to be somewhere in 20min but will respond to your questions when I get home if nobody has. everyone here is so nice and I am sure you will get all the anwers you need. take care and you are in my thoughts melissa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2009 Report Share Posted October 19, 2009 , Thank you so much for the kind and warm welcome and wishes. I look forward to learning more about you! Have a wonderful day! ~ Utah ________________________________ From: <kenya@...> Stimulator Sent: Mon, October 19, 2009 9:21:15 AM Subject: Re: Welcome New Members Welcome , wow you have been through alot, you poor thing! I am hoping that everything goes smooth for you. I have to be somewhere in 20min but will respond to your questions when I get home if nobody has. everyone here is so nice and I am sure you will get all the anwers you need. take care and you are in my thoughts melissa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 29, 2011 Report Share Posted January 29, 2011 Sorry to hear about your father's demise. May his soul rest in peace. Nandini K. Kumar Former Deputy Director General Sr. Grade Co-investigator NIH project National Institute of Epidemiology R 127, 3rd Avenue, TNHB, Ayapakkam, Chennai 600077 Ph : +91 44 26136214 Telefax : +91 44 26820891 netrum From: drvijaythawani@...Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:50:32 +0000Subject: Welcome new members Welcome to NetRUM.I am sorry for not taking you in the fold during the last few days, due to preoccupation with rituals associated with my father's death.Pardon me.VijayGroupie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 ...and please, if you're waiting on a new Vitamix, take the time to become very familiar with all of the instructional material, including the DVD, that arrives with your machine BEFORE you start blending. This sounds trivial but you'll save yourself possible frustration by acquiring "book smarts" first. WELCOME New Members Hello and WELCOME! (We've recently had a noticeable influx of new members) I would like to encourage you to review our files, links, and photos - just visit: http://www..com (or click on the link at the bottom of this email that says, "visit your group"). You can also search the archives of past messages here: /messages Two links that I think are important for new members are: 1) this can be a really busy list and hopefully this information might help you manage your Vitamix Enthusiasts email: /message/9810 2) and this might inspire you to see ALL of the ways a Vitamix can be used… /message/9684 Hope this is helpful and we'd love to hear from you - got any questions? :-) Blessings, Lea Ann Savage Satellite Beach, FL (321) 773-7088 (home) (321-961-9219 (cell) www.VitamixLady.com www..com <))>< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 Recently got mine...and I did read and read and went to VE site etc. before I tried to use it. Great advise...as there's a lot to know before you turn it on. DH is a diabetic, so it will be important for me to know how to make things he can enjoy and not just my delicious smoothies. I'm taking my time getting to know my Vitamix and sure have enjoyed it so far. Kare From: <kareningotham@...> Sent: Wed, May 11, 2011 6:21:30 AMSubject: Re: WELCOME New Members ....and please, if you're waiting on a new Vitamix, take the time to become very familiar with all of the instructional material, including the DVD, that arrives with your machine BEFORE you start blending. This sounds trivial but you'll save yourself possible frustration by acquiring "book smarts" first. WELCOME New Members Hello and WELCOME! (We've recently had a noticeable influx of new members) I would like to encourage you to review our files, links, and photos - just visit: http://www..com (or click on the link at the bottom of this email that says, "visit your group"). You can also search the archives of past messages here: /messages Two links that I think are important for new members are: 1) this can be a really busy list and hopefully this information might help you manage your Vitamix Enthusiasts email: /message/9810 2) and this might inspire you to see ALL of the ways a Vitamix can be used… /message/9684 Hope this is helpful and we'd love to hear from you - got any questions? :-) Blessings,Lea Ann SavageSatellite Beach, FL(321) 773-7088 (home)(321-961-9219 (cell)))><'>www.VitamixLady.comwww..com<))>< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 27, 2011 Report Share Posted May 27, 2011 I would like to welcome our newest members to the group: Shaukat Thank you for joining us. Please say hi so we can all say hi back. If you feel comfortable sharing a bit about your HCV journey, please do so. By everyone sharing their experiances, we can all compare notes, and maybe find some answers. love don in ks To post on forum: <--- click here - or - < > Links Library: http://health.dir./group/ /links <--- click here Our Sponcer: http://www.healthyhepper.com/ <--- click here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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