Brief Answer:
Spinal cord stimulator is a good option.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Ms XXXXXXX
Thank you for posting your query.
I have noted your case details, and it is unfortunate that you have had two failed back surgeries. Moreover, the pain medications have also not helped you.
At this stage, spinal cord stimulator (SCS) is a good option for you. I agree that the success rate varies from 50-70%, however, it is a good success rate. This is because in
chronic pain treatment, most have similar or even lower success rates.
Regarding complications or adverse effects of SCS, they are a bit exaggerated. In my experience, they are reasonably safe, if done by an experienced surgeon and taken good care of.
In the meanwhile, you can take
pregabalin or
gabapentin capsules for pain relief.
I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.
Wishing you good health,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, India
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