Guest guest Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 This is the place to get all kinds of information about SCS. My concern, when reading your note was that a doctor said that if a Neurosurgeon did the surgery that your recovery would be about 2 weeks vs. the 6-8. I would not take that too far. I believe Neurosurgeons are the ones that do the surgery. I had my SCS implanted in Feb of this year. It can take up to a year to be fully healed. Recovery times vary from person to person. I would have to say that 6-8 is pretty accurate for a recovery period. Reality is that this is just to start to feel better. Depending on how much " work " they have to do, placement of the unit and how your own body heals, all play a part in the healing time. I have had discectomy and a fusion with hardware prior to my SCS. I was told that the SCS is really the end of the road for me as far as my issues. I have nerve damage that was caused from my first surgery. I am seeing my surgeon today because he wants to discuss an intrathecal pump. Have you been on the tame-the-pain.com website? Medtronic.com is also an informative site. Take your time (if you can), get all the information you can get in order to make an educated decision based on your own history. We are all here to help in any way we can. there are great people here with many different stories which is always helpful. Peace and health. _____ From: Stimulator [mailto:Stimulator ] On Behalf Of dazzleblueeyez Sent: Monday, October 09, 2006 5:47 PM Stimulator Subject: Spinal Cord Stimulator My back has had it I've been going to the Pain Clinic for four years. I've had injections, Physical Therapy. Three Neorosurgeons have recommended a Disc Replacement, or a Fusion. At this time I don't want to do either. Now My doctor has recommended a Neurostimulator. Since all of the restrictions that are given with the traditional one. I have been given the option of having a Neorosurgen inplant one into my back. He said recovery would be quicker, and I would be able to get back on my feet sooner approx 2 weeks vs 6-8 weeks. Any input would be appreciated as I am still unsure and scared to death... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Good question. I have manually adjusted successfully on one patient, we used about a dozen appointments, then she had the device removed. It was with written permission from the surgeon. And very low force. It was implanted all over her back, the wires ran everywhere. If you plan out a long initial appointment and take it really slow, and check in verbally with the patient very, very often about how it feels, you may be ok. But I believe that every surgeon may have a different implantation method and you should have a good idea of where the device and the wires are (pretty easy to see/feel in a slender patient). Mattsean robins <seanrobins@...> wrote: Hi All,Does anyone know if manual adjusting can be safely performed on a patient with a spinal cord stimulator implanted in the lumbar spine?Thank you in advance.-- Robins, DCDr. Matt Freedman Chiropractic Physician Eugene, OregonThis electronic transmission and any documents accompanying this electronic transmission contain confidential information belonging to the sender. This information may contain confidential health information that is legally privileged. The information is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on or regarding the contents of this electronically transmitted information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this E-mail in error, please notify the sender and delete this message immediately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 I agree with this advice. You want to cantact the surgeon and have very good knowledge about where EVERY wire is. I have seen these patients be very successfully treated, but you want to have full uderstanding of where the devices are. Proceed slow, with full consent from all, and you could change that patients life. Good luck! Jay Lindekugel, DC Concordia Chiropractic Center 5425 NE 33rd Ave. Portland Or. 97211 Re: Spinal Cord Stimulator Good question. I have manually adjusted successfully on one patient, we used about a dozen appointments, then she had the device removed. It was with written permission from the surgeon. And very low force. It was implanted all over her back, the wires ran everywhere. If you plan out a long initial appointment and take it really slow, and check in verbally with the patient very, very often about how it feels, you may be ok. But I believe that every surgeon may have a different implantation method and you should have a good idea of where the device and the wires are (pretty easy to see/feel in a slender patient). Mattsean robins <seanrobinsgmail (DOT) com> wrote: Hi All,Does anyone know if manual adjusting can be safely performed on a patient with a spinal cord stimulator implanted in the lumbar spine?Thank you in advance.-- Robins, DC Dr. Matt Freedman Chiropractic Physician Eugene, OregonThis electronic transmission and any documents accompanying this electronic transmission contain confidential information belonging to the sender. This information may contain confidential health information that is legally privileged. The information is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on or regarding the contents of this electronically transmitted information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this E-mail in error, please notify the sender and delete this message immediately. Never miss a thing. Make your homepage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 I appreciate all of your input. Thank you kindly. Robins, DC Jay Lindekugel, DC Concordia Chiropractic Center 5425 NE 33rd Ave. Portland Or. 97211 Re: Spinal Cord Stimulator Good question. I have manually adjusted successfully on one patient, we used about a dozen appointments, then she had the device removed. It was with written permission from the surgeon. And very low force. It was implanted all over her back, the wires ran everywhere. If you plan out a long initial appointment and take it really slow, and check in verbally with the patient very, very often about how it feels, you may be ok. But I believe that every surgeon may have a different implantation method and you should have a good idea of where the device and the wires are (pretty easy to see/feel in a slender patient). Mattsean robins <seanrobinsgmail (DOT) com> wrote: Hi All,Does anyone know if manual adjusting can be safely performed on a patient with a spinal cord stimulator implanted in the lumbar spine?Thank you in advance.-- Robins, DC Dr. Matt Freedman Chiropractic Physician Eugene, OregonThis electronic transmission and any documents accompanying this electronic transmission contain confidential information belonging to the sender. This information may contain confidential health information that is legally privileged. The information is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on or regarding the contents of this electronically transmitted information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this E-mail in error, please notify the sender and delete this message immediately. Never miss a thing. Make your homepage. -- Robins, DC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 can you help me with a question about the stim??? I have had mine for over 6 years now.....unfortunately, this one never worked for my leg...but I have to keep it in, as it is deeply implanted in the spine...the other one I had about 14 years ago...really helped my arm RSD, and I had that one removed. My question is this....has your stim ever just stopped working??? I can't get it on with the magnet, or the machine? I am guessing that it is time for the internal battery to be changed....but I really haven't used it on high at all...if I use it at all...since it doesn't do a damned thing for the RSD in my legs thanks for your help kathy **************Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch " Cooking with Tyler Florence " on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4 & ?NCID=aolfod00030000000002) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 I think the stimulators are only good for 5 years. I think that time can be shortened by usage but not lengthened. Have you asked your doctor or programmer? Re: spinal cord stimulator can you help me with a question about the stim??? I have had mine for over 6 years now.....unfortunate ly, this one never worked for my leg...but I have to keep it in, as it is deeply implanted in the spine...the other one I had about 14 years ago...really helped my arm RSD, and I had that one removed. My question is this....has your stim ever just stopped working??? I can't get it on with the magnet, or the machine? I am guessing that it is time for the internal battery to be changed....but I really haven't used it on high at all...if I use it at all...since it doesn't do a damned thing for the RSD in my legs thanks for your help kathy ************ **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch " Cooking with Tyler Florence " on AOL Food. (http://food. aol.com/tyler- florence? video=4 & ? NCID=aolfod00030 000000002) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 I'm not sure what IME means, but am assuming it's some type of psych eval as that is required of everyone before a SCS trial. Basically they just want to make sure you are mentally capable of undersatnding the procedure and that the SCS is permanent (it can be removed but they like to consider it permanent). Good luck! ~Write your worries in the sand, carve your blessings in stone~ From: Pete <smokie1952@...> Subject: Spinal cord stimulator neck pain Date: Saturday, August 1, 2009, 8:44 AM Â Has anyone had an IME for a spinal cord stimulator ? What are they looking for,questions that might be asked ... thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 I'm not sure what IME means, but am assuming it's some type of psych eval as that is required of everyone before a SCS trial. Basically they just want to make sure you are mentally capable of undersatnding the procedure and that the SCS is permanent (it can be removed but they like to consider it permanent). Good luck! ~Write your worries in the sand, carve your blessings in stone~ From: Pete <smokie1952@...> Subject: Spinal cord stimulator neck pain Date: Saturday, August 1, 2009, 8:44 AM Â Has anyone had an IME for a spinal cord stimulator ? What are they looking for,questions that might be asked ... thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Independant medical exam . They are sending me to another Nuerosurgeon. Workers com insurance. even though my guy is chief of surgery at 2 hospitals, appaerantly that is not good enough for them .  From: Pete <smokie1952 (DOT) com> Subject: [PainInTheNeck- Back] Spinal cord stimulator PainInTheNeck- Back@groups .com Date: Saturday, August 1, 2009, 8:44 AM  Has anyone had an IME for a spinal cord stimulator ? What are they looking for,questions that might be asked ... thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Independant medical exam . They are sending me to another Nuerosurgeon. Workers com insurance. even though my guy is chief of surgery at 2 hospitals, appaerantly that is not good enough for them .  From: Pete <smokie1952 (DOT) com> Subject: [PainInTheNeck- Back] Spinal cord stimulator PainInTheNeck- Back@groups .com Date: Saturday, August 1, 2009, 8:44 AM  Has anyone had an IME for a spinal cord stimulator ? What are they looking for,questions that might be asked ... thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 plz forgive me for asking but what is a spinal cord stimulator what does it do and plz forgive me for asking what is your Dignoises? This is something I never heard of is alll Thanks Raven > > I finally got approved for a spinal cord stimulator,will be done early next month . > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2009 Report Share Posted October 16, 2009 plz forgive me for asking but what is a spinal cord stimulator what does it do and plz forgive me for asking what is your Dignoises? This is something I never heard of is alll Thanks Raven > > I finally got approved for a spinal cord stimulator,will be done early next month . > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Has anyone tried a spinal cord stimulator? I need to work, but can't due to chronic pain. A friend who is an anesthesiologist suggested I might give it a try as others she has seen have gotten good results. What has YOUR experience been with a SCS? Also, if you deal with chronic pain, what have you done that has allowed you to return to full time work? Thanks a bunch! in SC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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