I understand well the reality and need for a good dialogue with the rep. Yup.

Thing of it is, in my case, I have bought cars before which required programming of special features.... the sales rep was oh so happy to help until I drove away from the lot, yet afterward, that next sale was really compelling to them.

Similarly, my rep was helpful and communicative through the trial.....before leaving the figurative "lot." They were part of the surgery team for the implant. They were very kind in allowing me to program the unit myself. I had politely urged that I actually feel the body from inside out, whereas they only hear verbal responses to posed questions. Once that program session was over, I never had a return of another phone call with a question. To this day, they are a Boston Sci rep...... busy, I might add, working with my surgeon [he confirmed that at my six month review after cervical fusion last January]. Methinks he is a busy guy.

Another stim for my cervical stuff and arms? I dunno. I am kinda tired of surgery, having endured 36 in my time after the wreck 10 years ago. If I do something like that, it will be forced by a pain profile I cannot bear "once again." I pray to God I don't have to go there again.

Hugz to all,
M56

Mark,
It would appear you were "oh so fortunate" to have the ability to do the programing yourself. But you were/are always on top of things. The best at what you do. I rest my case.


Gerry

Yup, if I had not been allowed to touch the precious programming keys, my outcome could have been just like so many others who have to go back and back for tweaking sessions.

Huh,
M56

I learn so much for possible future situations from these open discussions.
Thank you both,

Dave.