I should also clarify. The implant was done on 6/23, the SCS was turned on with one pulse program on 6/30 and a second program (constant or rapid pulse) was added 7/14. The SCS is functional and giving relief.
The reason it was not turned on immediately is that when electricity is thrown into water it scatters. SCS is electrical, swelling is water. So, as swelling goes down the SCS current can be more precise.
I do deal with a change in level of intensity if changing positions. This is due to being less than one month from surgery and my having an extremely narrow space for the leads. I have learned to use this to my advantange by slightly arching my back while standing for more relief.
Also I should add that I have the paddles attached via laminectomy done by a neurosurgeon.