Had an SCS implanted in May, 2011 for entrapped nerve in left hip. Was told SCS was only course of treatment. The SCS does help the pain in my hip, however, the result of the surgery to implant the SCS is terrible. Have severe pain in my thoracic area (where the bone was drilled and leads were implanted) and into my left side/rib area. Most days can't do simple things like make a simple meal for myself. Had facet joint injections on Nov 1 and they did not work. Am now told this is most likely permanent and am now diagnosed with post laminectomy syndrome. Surgeon said nothing more he can do for me and recommends pain specialist. Spoke with pain specialist who said since the injections didn't help they are not sure what they can do for me, but am going to see them anyway. Anyone else out there with an SCS have these same issues. I'm told this is not normal.