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Spinal cord stimulation is a form of therapy that can relieve chronic pain symptoms and decrease your need for medication and other treatments by blocking the pain signals before they reach the brain.

WHAT IS SPINAL CORD STIMULATION?

A spinal cord stimulator is a small electrical device that is permanently implanted in the body and delivers electrical pulses to a specific point on the spinal cord which blocks pain arising from the spine and/or extremities. The technology is very similar to the way cardiac pacemakers deliver electrical impulses to very specific areas of the heart. It is an ideal option for patients who suffer from chronic back, leg, and arm pain that has not responded to other therapies including failed spinal surgeries.

FAQ

Does this device eliminate pain?

Does this device eliminate pain?

No, a spinal cord stimulator cannot eliminate the source of your pain. Rather, it blocks your body’s ability to send the pain signal to the brain, dramatically reducing its intensity.

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THE TRIAL

There are two steps involved in the process to place your spinal cord stimulator. The first is a trial period with the stimulator to ensure that the device will work for your pain.

Under local anesthesia and the guidance of an X-ray, we will insert the trial device into the “epidural space” – the area between your spinal cord and bone. We will then attach the wires to an external device that you will wear over a belt.

This procedure is performed as an outpatient and you will be free to return to your normal routine later that day. Over the next several days, you will need to keep a log of the level of pain relief you experience.

THE PROCEDURE

If your trial is a success, we will implant your permanent spinal cord stimulator. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia and light sedation.

The procedure involves:

Step 1: Insert the electrode leads through a small incision in the middle of your back.

Step 2: Test the leads during the surgery to ensure that they are effectively blocking the areas of pain.

Step 3: Use sutures to secure the electrode leads in the epidural space.

Step 4: Make a small incision along the belt line to make space below the skin to insert the stimulator battery.

Step 5: Tunnel the lead wires from the spine to the battery and connect and test the system.

The patient is lightly sedated during the testing portion of the procedure, but the remainder of the procedure is performed under deeper sedation such that the patient has little to no recall of the event.

Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

Dear Patients:

Our patients, employees and family are our top priority at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

We ask you to not visit any of our locations if you have symptoms such as fever, sneezing, coughing and possible shortness of breath.

Please cancel your appointment and re-schedule once you are feeling better and are no longer suffering with symptoms.

Only non-symptomatic patients will be seen. No exceptions.

Accompanying family members – including children – are asked to remain in the waiting area and will not be allowed to enter the exam rooms.

During this time of high concern regarding the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we are taking extra precautions to maintain the highest possible standards of safety and cleanliness. Please be advised that we are carefully following recommendations from both the CDC and WHO and are here to help guide you through this time if needed.

Some steps we are taking to keeping safe:

  1. We know how important cleanliness is and always maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. To further offer you peace of mind, we have increased the frequency of the cleaning of our office.
  2. Rest assured that hand washing is strictly followed. Hand sanitizer is available to all staff and patients.
  3. Additionally, if you have recently traveled to a country with high rates of the coronavirus or have been on a cruise, please reschedule your visit for at least 14 days from your return date. We will gladly accommodate your needs to reschedule. At that time, a telehealth interface can be arranged if necessary.

Find up-to-date and accurate information on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website and feel free to reach out with questions.

- Your team at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

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