Yep everything Nanc said is correct. My thoracic stim has 9 programs and my cervical has 8. I know there are a lot of negative feelings about them. I love mine. My life wouldn't be half as good without them.
Right now I'm exhibiting almost every symptom of ms, but not able to have MRIs. So, they are doing myelograms on Wednesday and withdrawing spinal fluid. I hope hope hope it's just an rsd flare but I have been getting awful spasms. I also have been having awful bladder issues. I know these are also symptoms of systemic rsd. My drs. can't make up their minds.
Until my seizure in April, I was walking unassisted except a cane for balance long distance. (3-5 miles) anyway, I hope these more positive stories will help. The cervical has helped my hand strength so much. Without it, I couldnt push myself in the wheelchair.
They are not perfect, and o not provide 100% relief, but they are a great tool in managing my pain.
Hope this helps you!!
TK