[steven w]

hi everyone i am steven and i have multiple back issues. I was told i needed a spinal chord stimulator but i refused to get one. I had a lot of pain but i couldnt see getting a scs when i knew it would have to be replaced every so often and i didnt want to go through that but i could have used someone to talk to about my back issues and if i can help anyone i would be glad to do so

[Alffe]

Hi Steven and Welcome to NeuroTalk. Here is the link to our SCS form

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum118.html

You'll find a lot of good information there and great support. I'm glad you've joined us.

[Leesa]

Hi Steven ~ The whole SCS doesn't need replacing -- only the battery -- and it's a very SIMPLE procedure. It's not really a 'surgery' cause the SCS is very close to the surface of the skin. They just have to make a small incision to replace the battery and that's it. They replace it usually every 5 years, but alot depends on how much you use your unit. If you have it on 24/7, then the battery will need replacing sooner.

You might really get a lot of relief if you have neuropathy in the legs/feet. It really doesn't help much with mechanical pain. But if you have burning/stinging in the legs & feet, you could very easily get alot of relief. You might want to have the trial for it and see how it works for you.

Best of luck Steven and God bless. Hugs, Lee

[Darlene]

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Happy to see you have come to be with us. Just let us know if we can be of any help.

There are great number and caring fellow members here to assist you. Our shoulders are here for support in many ways.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene

[RhondaIndy]

Originally Posted by steven w

hi everyone i am steven and i have multiple back issues. I was told i needed a spinal chord stimulator but i refused to get one. I had a lot of pain but i couldnt see getting a scs when i knew it would have to be replaced every so often and i didnt want to go through that but i could have used someone to talk to about my back issues and if i can help anyone i would be glad to do so

Hi Steve! I'm from Indiana too and have had a nerve stimulator since Dec. 2009. I love it! The model I have is made by St. Jude and I have the dual lead type. I was told that these can last up to 7 to 10 years. It depends alot on how much it is used. I use it primarily for the neuropathy in my feet. The setting I have it on feels like a (kitty purring). If you have any questions,,,please contact me.

Rhonda