Important Notice: We have deployed some new anti-spam measures that have enabled us to once again allow registration with a simple email verification. However, please do not hesitate to report suspected spam threads should they arise.

Spammers take note - your posts, if successful, will not last here. Our community is vigilant in identifying and reporting spam posts for IMMEDIATE removal. Don't waste your time!

Post Reply 
 
Thread Rating:
  • 0 Votes - 0 Average
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
SCS Trial is over with................
06-07-2010, 03:06 PM (This post was last modified: 06-07-2010 03:07 PM by chrischris.)
Post: #1
SCS Trial is over with................
...................and it was very successful!

Just wanted to report this to you who have asked me to keep you informed about the Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial.

I knew on the operating table that it was a "go" as I felt instant pain relief in my hands, which I haven't had in 4 years!!!!!

I had two leads, one to each upper extremity.

The worst part was the insertion of the leads, which is still pretty painful in that area, but getting a little better day by day.

Dr. is very pleased and we are going for the permanent implant. The time frame for that will depend on the normal protocol; but dr. thinks within 3 weeks.

Happy happy happy happy ! ! ! ! ! ! Tongue Tongue Tongue Tongue Tongue

If anyone has any personal questions you want to ask about the trial, please PM me. I will tell it all. Otherwise, post your questions here and I will be more than happy to help you, as best I can.

Let Go, and Let God......
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-07-2010, 03:07 PM (This post was last modified: 06-07-2010 03:10 PM by admin.)
Post: #2
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
Great news Chris! Very happy to hear it. It's about time you got some relief!
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-07-2010, 04:11 PM (This post was last modified: 06-07-2010 04:12 PM by 1171.)
Post: #3
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
yes good news. glad you got electrified.
maybe they can put one with an external jack so you can recharge your cell or Ipod!
Smile
you'd be an extra cool california babe Cool !!
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-07-2010, 08:03 PM
Post: #4
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
Thanks Admin and 1171. I appreciate your support.

1171, I think the extra port for an add-on is a great idea. You could probably cash in on that one! Tongue

Let Go, and Let God......
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-07-2010, 08:46 PM
Post: #5
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
Any idea whose device is used ? Medtronic ?
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-07-2010, 11:01 PM
Post: #6
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
Medtronics Tongue Do you have an opinion about the different types?

Let Go, and Let God......
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-08-2010, 12:30 AM (This post was last modified: 06-08-2010 12:31 AM by AQA.)
Post: #7
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
Hey CC. I have been gone for awhile and just noticed your post. I am glad it worked for you.

You mentioned that you had two lead for the upper extremities. Can you be a little more specific as to were they were place??? I am just curious. As you know mine is for the S1 nerve and it effects the lower back and both legs. My leads were placed around the T7 area. As I said, I am just curious and very happy that it worked for you.

8-05, Micro laminectomy/disectomy. 10-05 lumbar fusion L5-S1. 2-07 exploritory surgery. 12-07 medical implant, Spinal Cord Stimulator. now receiving SSDI. Jesus died for our sins. Soilders died for our freedom.
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-08-2010, 06:05 AM
Post: #8
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
Happy for you Chrichris.

Good Luck.
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-08-2010, 06:54 AM
Post: #9
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
no, they seem to be the market leader.


chrischris Wrote:Medtronics Tongue Do you have an opinion about the different types?
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-08-2010, 02:22 PM
Post: #10
RE: SCS Trial is over with................
It's always good to hear good news from IW. Happy for youCC.
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
Post Reply 


Forum Jump:


User(s) browsing this thread: 1 Guest(s)
WorkersCompensation.com Attorney Locator Service. Get a free consultation today!