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Old 02-10-2010, 01:07 AM
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Default Where is the best incision site ?

I've been asking around regarding where to have the SCS unit implanted. Some doctors like to place them in the abdomen. My doc wants to put it in the hip/buttock area.
There are several things to take into consideration, such as...
which side do you sleep on most? Are you left-handed or right? (for convenience of using the charger)

It may seem like a 'trivial' issue at first, but as I began putting more thought into it, it could really end up being a big deal, especially if, for instance, it is implanted right at the waistline (beltline for men). How aggrevating (and painful!) that would be!
So I'm wondering if it would make more sense to have it above or below the beltline?
One person brought up the issue that she had lost a significant amount of weight after her surgery and the battery implant ended up sliding DOWNward!
Some people end up having to get it relocated.

I'm wondering if anyone could share some insight .... ?

I have a feeling jeans will be a thing of the past.
Break out the fatpants !
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