I will try to keep this short. You have had a lot of great responses.

As an RSD sufferer with an SCS, my mantra to others has been: exhaust other treatment options first.

Implanting the Spinal Cord Stimulator is surgery. There are all of the normal potential complications of any surgery, there is a recovery and rehab time, and when all is said and done, it is in there permanently. There are some changes and restrictions to your life with the SCS implanted.

This is a big step. Many have had great results, and some others regret ever doing it. Do not rush in. Take plenty of time to research this. If you look in this site alone, there have been LOTS of discussion threads on this subject - pro and con.

Welcome to our group. Good luck in your fight!

Mike