I have been reading thru a lot of posts today and I've noticed that some people have had more than one SCS implanted. I'm confused as to why considering the implant states that it has a long life ie ten years or more. Is it possible that it can malfunction etc and if one needed a replacement would your medical insurance cover it? I know nothing is forever but.......

[Mark56]

While there are matters which are undoubtedly infinite as to time, the literature relevant to the lion's share of the implant items references a 5 year warranty period. Some bear them longer than others, although the wisdom as I have learned it is that replacement of the generator unit provides one a fresh battery unit while also availing of then newer technology. My understanding, and bear in mind no warranty of any sort is intended or implied in what I write here, is that insurance steps to the plate for manufacturer/physician recommended replacements so as to avoid undue realities of system failure, onset of pain, and the like. I will count myself fortunate if five years hence this wonder of wonders still functions as advertised.

Mark56

Originally Posted by Mark56

While there are matters which are undoubtedly infinite as to time, the literature relevant to the lion's share of the implant items references a 5 year warranty period. Some bear them longer than others, although the wisdom as I have learned it is that replacement of the generator unit provides one a fresh battery unit while also availing of then newer technology. My understanding, and bear in mind no warranty of any sort is intended or implied in what I write here, is that insurance steps to the plate for manufacturer/physician recommended replacements so as to avoid undue realities of system failure, onset of pain, and the like. I will count myself fortunate if five years hence this wonder of wonders still functions as advertised.

Mark56

Thanks Mark.

Yes I would also feel that 5 years plus would be tremendous. Considering I'm suffering over five years and that's a LONG time. My rep did comment that they expect battery life to exceed 10 years minimum!! So here's to a bright future!

Jackie