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A nonrechargeable neurostimulator provides you with spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy without the having to worry about recharging your implanted neurostimulator. The battery life of your device will depend on settings, stimulation levels and how often you use your therapy. Your doctor will be able to help you determine if a nonrechargeable system is right for you.
The PrimeAdvanced™ SureScan™ MRI neurostimulator is a nonrechargeable SCS system that provides long-lasting1 chronic pain treatment. It’s also part of the first pain neurostimulation system to offer safe† access to MRI scans anywhere on the body, giving you the confidence of knowing that you can have an MRI whenever the need arises.
The Intellis™ SCS system is a rechargeable implanted neurostimulator that features fast, convenient recharging.
LEARN MOREFind resources and learn about recharging your device, getting an MRI, and more.
SEE LIFE WITH SCS† Under specific conditions. Talk to your doctor and refer to product labeling for full list of conditions.
Kumar K, Taylor RS, Jacques L, et al. The effects of spinal cord stimulation in neuropathic pain are sustained: a 24-month followup of the prospective randomized controlled multicenter trial of the effectiveness of spinal cord stimulation. Neurosurgery. 2008;63(4):762-770.
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