Spinal cord stimulation typically starts with a trial period to evaluate its impact on chronic pain before a permanent implant decision.
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Spinal cord stimulators and pain pumps are implantable systems offering relief from neuropathic pain.
Nerve blocks inject anesthetic near painful nerves to disrupt pain signals, aiming to interrupt pain transmission to the brain.
TENS uses electrical pulses to relieve pain and discomfort, making it a non-invasive pain management option.
Neuropathic pain often arises from various factors like cancer, nerve compression, diabetes, and injuries, with treatments tailored to their causes.
Consider a rechargeable SCS for long-term relief and convenience in managing chronic pain effectively.
Spinal Cord Stimulation is ideal for those with chronic pain, primarily when other treatments have not provided relief.