OVERVIEW SPINAL CORD STIMULATION
Learn how spinal cord stimulation can be used to treat chronic pain.
A NON-OPIOID ALTERNATIVE
Medtronic spinal cord stimulation (SCS) offers a non-opioid alternative when other chronic pain treatments have failed, such as:
- Physical therapy
- Oral or transdermal medication
- Injections or radio frequency
- Surgery
HOW IT WORKS
SCS disrupts the pain signals traveling between the spinal cord and the brain. Stimulation is delivered by a neurostimulator — a device similar to a pacemaker — implanted under the skin.
The impulses travel from the device to the spine over thin insulated wires called leads.
The leads deliver mild electrical impulses to an area near your spine. By interrupting pain signals between your spinal cord and your brain, the stimulator may help you get back to doing the everyday things you love most.
UNDERSTAND THE RISKS
Risks include infection, lead movement, pain at the implant site, and loss of therapy effectiveness, please discuss in detail with your doctor. Not everyone responds to SCS in the same way, and your experience may vary.
Why Medtronic Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)?
There are a number of choices when deciding what SCS system is right for you. You’ll want to select the SCS system that you and your doctor feel will have the features that benefit you most.
Personalized Pain Relief:
The Medtronic SCS system offers multiple settings to meet your personal pain relief needs and a neurostimulator that automatically adjusts the therapy as your body moves. A recent study showed a unique way of programming –only available on the Medtronic device – led to profound back pain relief in a majority of patients.1
High-Performance Battery Options:
Rechargeable and recharge-free device options suit your needs and lifestyle.
trial:
The trial system lets you temporarily and discreetly trial SCS and decide if you want to move forward with receiving the device.
Unmatched MRI Access:
Some systems limit which parts of the body can be scanned. The Medtronic SCS system gives you access to MRI anywhere on your body* so you're prepared for the future.
Sleek and Small Devices:
Medtronic SCS devices are designed with your comfort in mind. Their thin size may give you enhanced comfort and may remain undetected under clothing.
SEE IF SCS IS RIGHT FOR YOU
Learn about how you can trial the therapy first, to help you and your doctor decide if this therapy may be right for you.
LEARN ABOUT THE TRIAL
THE IMPLANT
PROCEDURE
Learn more about what to expect before, during, and after your implant procedure.
LEARN MORE
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Under specific conditions. Talk to your doctor and refer to product labeling for full list of conditions.
1
Fishman M, Cordner H, Justiz R, et al. 12-Month Results from Multicenter, Open-Label, Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Comparing Differential Target Multiplexed Spinal Cord Stimulation and Traditional Spinal Cord Stimulation in Subjects with Chronic Intractable Back Pain and Leg Pain. Pain Pract. 2021; 21: 912– 923
2
Desai MJ, Hargens LM, Breitenfeldt MD, et al. The rate of magnetic resonance imaging in patients with spinal cord stimulation. Spine. 2015;40(9):E531-537.
Medical Disclaimer
Information contained herein is not medical advice and should not be used as an alternative to speaking with your doctor. Discuss indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, adverse events and any further information with your health care professional.