I just had the surgery at John Hopkins on August 8th. The scs has helped me get off all of my pain meds even my gabapentin. I only take Advil now. I do have a pain in my back which is where my device is implanted. I feel like everyday is getting easier pain wise. I can start physical therapy in two weeks. I can't wait to be able to lift things and stretch. I just need to work really hard to get my life back on track. I do feel like I need therapy to help cope with my fears of re lapsing or getting hurt again. I feel pretty traumatized and I'm embarrassed to admit that to my loved ones.