What is a Spinal Stimulator?
A spinal cord stimulator is a small device implanted under the skin that sends mild electric currents to your spinal cord. This helps block pain signals before they reach your brain, providing relief from chronic pain.
Symptoms That May Benefit from Spinal Stimulation
Spinal stimulators are typically recommended for patients experiencing:
- Chronic back pain
- Leg pain (sciatica)
- Arm pain
- Neck pain
- Pain after failed back surgery
If you're experiencing these symptoms and haven't found relief through other treatments, it might be time to consider a spinal stimulator.
Benefits of Spinal Stimulation
- Pain Relief: The primary benefit is significant reduction in chronic pain, often allowing patients to return to daily activities they once enjoyed.
- Reduced Medication Dependence: Many patients are able to decrease or eliminate their reliance on pain medications.
- Minimally Invasive: The implantation procedure is relatively simple and reversible if needed.
- Customizable Treatment: The stimulation can be adjusted to match your pain levels and location.
- Improved Quality of Life: With reduced pain, patients often experience better sleep, increased mobility, and improved overall well-being.
The OrthoMed Approach
At OrthoMed, our pain management specialists Dr. Sandeep Kola and Dr. William Cole take a comprehensive approach to treating chronic pain. We understand that each patient's experience with pain is unique, which is why we offer personalized treatment plans.
If you're considering a spinal stimulator, our team will:
- Thoroughly evaluate your condition
- Discuss all treatment options
- Determine if you're a good candidate for spinal stimulation
- Guide you through a trial period to ensure effectiveness
- Provide ongoing support and adjustments as needed
Take the Next Step
Don't let chronic pain control your life. If you're in the Venice or Sarasota, FL area and are interested in learning more about spinal stimulators, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kola or Dr. Cole at OrthoMed today. Our team is committed to helping you find the pain management solution that works best for you.
Remember, a life with less pain is possible. Let OrthoMed guide you on your journey to better health and improved quality of life.
Author
Dr. William J. Cole, Jr.
Dr. William J. Cole, Jr. is one of only five physicians in the world who is dual board certified in Interventional Pain Management and Regenerative Medicine. He has a passion for assisting patients with Long Covid. He sees patients from around the world in his clinics in Sarasota, Florida and Venice, Florida. Dr. Cole is dedicated to the mantra to "have the body, heal the body - naturally."
Dr. Cole lives in Sarasota, Florida with his wife Lily, and their two teenage children.
