Spinal Cord Stimulation

Advanced Pain Relief: How Spinal Cord Stimulation Can Help When Nothing Else Works

For patients living with chronic nerve pain that hasn’t responded to medications, injections, or surgery, there is still hope. At Pain Management Solutions, we offer Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)—a cutting-edge treatment that can significantly reduce pain and improve quality of life when other therapies fall short.

What Is Spinal Cord Stimulation?

Spinal Cord Stimulation is an FDA-approved therapy that uses a small implanted device to deliver mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord. These pulses interfere with pain signals before they reach the brain, replacing the sensation of pain with a gentle tingling—or no sensation at all.

SCS doesn’t treat the underlying condition, but it alters how your body perceives pain, making it a powerful tool for managing long-term, difficult-to-treat conditions.

Conditions Treated with Spinal Cord Stimulation

Spinal Cord Stimulation is most often recommended for patients with:

• Failed back surgery syndrome
• Chronic back or leg pain
• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Pain after multiple spinal surgeries
• Nerve pain that hasn’t responded to conservative treatments

How the Procedure Works

Spinal Cord Stimulation is typically done in two phases:

1. Trial Phase

• A temporary stimulator is placed through a needle in the back.
• The leads are connected to an external battery worn on a belt.
• You “test drive” the system for 5–7 days to see how well it reduces your pain.

2. Permanent Implant (if successful)

• A small pulse generator is implanted under the skin, usually near the lower back or buttocks.
• Leads are positioned along the spinal cord to target the painful area.
• The system is programmable and adjustable using a handheld remote.

The procedure is outpatient, minimally invasive, and often performed under local anesthesia with sedation.

Benefits of Spinal Cord Stimulation

• Significant reduction in pain
• Reduced reliance on opioids or daily medications
• Improved sleep, function, and mood
• Reversible and adjustable treatment
• Minimal recovery time

Most patients who experience a successful trial go on to report long-term pain relief and improved activity levels.

Why Choose Pain Management Solutions?

Dr. Francis Pecoraro and the team at Pain Management Solutions are trained in the latest interventional pain technologies, including spinal cord stimulation. We take a comprehensive approach—starting with a careful evaluation and working closely with you to determine if SCS is the right fit for your needs and lifestyle.

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When You Feel Like You’ve Tried Everything—Try This

If you’re living with chronic pain and nothing has worked, Spinal Cord Stimulation may offer the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. Contact Pain Management Solutions today to schedule a consultation and find out if you’re a candidate.