Hello,

 

My name is David and I have had the Medtronic SCS since June 2004. It has been great for my leg pain which is present in both legs. I do struggle with back pain which although the sensation of the SCS is there it does not help. Along with Flexeril and Neurontin, I use the Duragesic Fentanyl patch. For breakthrough pain I have been using Actiq suckers.

 

I'm 45 years old and so far have been successful at working through the good and bad days. I'm lucky to be in an office environment working for a bank that gives me that opportunity. I have missed 2 days of work in 2005.

 

I have been with a very good Pain Mgmt Dr. since MRI diagnosing me with severe adhesive arachnoiditis from L2 to S2. He began his first visit with me by telling me he and his staff would be a team with me for life working to do whatever best worked to help me live with this pain. The stimulator trial worked for me and the permanent SCS has been even better. Everyone is different but the trial should indicate to you whether you would like to get the permanent version.

 

Best of luck to you and I only hope it helps you as much as it has me.

                                                                                           David in Atlanta, GA