What factors affect spinal cord stimulator success rates for chronic pain?

Spinal cord stimulation can be an effective option for certain types of chronic pain, but success depends on several factors that our team evaluates carefully before recommending it. These include:

• The specific type and source of your chronic pain, since stimulation works better for some conditions than others
• Results from a trial period, which helps predict how well the permanent device will work for you
• Overall health factors that can influence healing and device function
• Realistic expectations about pain reduction versus complete elimination

Dr. Dosanjh only recommends spinal cord stimulation after more conservative options have been explored, and the trial period is a key step in determining whether it's likely to help before committing to the permanent implant.