What is Neurostimulator?
Category: Procedures
Most popular types: Medtronic Neurostimulation Implantable Device RNS Implant Neurostimulator InterX Neurostimulation Device
Neurostimulation delivers low voltage electrical stimulation to the spinal cord or targeted peripheral nerve to block the sensation of pain.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pain | 14 | 10 | |
| Pain in leg(s) | 8 | 5 | |
| Seizures (complex partial) | 8 | 6 | |
| Bladder problems | 4 | 2 | |
| Back pain | 2 | 1 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 4 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 9 | |
| None | 21 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Neurostimulator
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Electric shock sensations | 2 | |
| Bladder problems | 1 | |
| Burning sensation at incision site | 1 | |
| Buzzing vibration sensation | 1 | |
| Cluster headaches | 1 | |
| Irritable bowel syndrome | 1 |
What people switch to and from
Patients stopped having Neurostimulator and switched to:
| Treatment | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Botulinum Toxin Type A (Botox) | 1 |
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