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Originally Posted by Nanc
I had two implanted in June 2011 (thoracic and cervical) and had a revision on the thoracic one 5 months later. They were a life saver for me, but unfortunately they didn't last long enough as I had issues develop and had them removed in January 2014. If I had to do it all over again, I would do the same thing. They helped so much in the time I had them.
When I had them I charged once per week. I never thought of it as a big commitment or hassle though. I just put the charging belt on while I watched tv and charged both units, one at a time. To me once a week is not bad. How long does it take to charge yours?
Why is it not working out for you? Does it not reach the affected areas well or what? Have you had it reprogrammed? I know mine took many programming sessions to get it right. I know that has to be frustrating for you.
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Thank you very much for your help.Sorry it did not work out for you..Are you on a lot of meds.?i guess I thought it was going to work better than it is..I know its not going to take all the pain away,but I have usually 2 good days per week,and the rest,not so good.It has been reprogramed 2 times so far.it is hitting the rest areas,but sometimes it causes more pain,so I shut it off,and the all heck brakes ,have to put it back on,and try to go to other programs..i heard some people do not charge for weeks or 1 time a month..I guess its because I go to work ,come home and hurt so bad I go to bed,and then back to work,come home ,dinner, house work,shower and fit whatever else I can get in go to bed..Heating pad and meds,usually stay awake until 10-11 ,get up at 5:15,do it all again..work is so hard for me..I had to get a vanity because I cannot stand anymore getting ready for work.Do you still work?I still take my meds..too...Do you? I quit 1med. so far,and cut back alittle but I feel I am unsure if I can..maybe that's why I feel worse,but that's what my doctor wants..Thank you for everything..Charging always seams to hit me at a bad time..I need to get into a better routine which I know but when you hurt I feel I am lucky to do anything..
