Glad you found the SCS/Pain Pump forum!

So sorry, however, to hear of your RSD battle. My heart goes out to you.

The first thing that came to mind when I read your post is the same question Mark has asked. Is the battery unit implanted in the abdomen?
Is your friend still in the hospital?

If not, is there more info available? Such as, prognosis report/instructions from the doctor?

Is this a cervical implant? Lumbar?

Sorry for all the questions! Just trying to gain a little more insight as to your friend's situation.

We're here to help/support the best we can. We truly care!

There is much info here! Just not quite sure in which direction to search.
Can you give us more details

Caring
Rae