stimulator question - Pain Management Message Board

lfoster21 · 04-13-2008, 08:42 PM

I am going in to have a stimulator surgically implanted in a few days, and I was just wondering if others who have been through this, could answer this question for me. If it works and I am able to do more things, couldn't I re-injure myself if I start to do the bending, twisting and lifting, that I can not do now?

Any thoughts or insight would be greatly appreciated.

Lorie

music47 · 04-13-2008, 09:00 PM

Lorie

My husband has one but he hasn't had any problem with that happening. My prayers are with you. I'll be praying that your surgery goes well and a speedy recovery.

Hugs Nadine

happygirl440 · 04-13-2008, 09:20 PM

Hi,
The spinal cord stimulator only masks your pain so yes, you can injure your back more. You should talk to your doctor more regarding the implant.
Cindy

shawley · 04-14-2008, 05:41 AM

I can't believe your doctor did mention this to you . The stim only masks your pain.. It has nothing to do with fixing your spine , just covering up your pain with a buzzing sensation . I could always bend and twist , but I'm still not supposed to lift anything . Once the leads are scarred in you can do whatever and you won't pull it loose . If your looking for back pain relief don't get your hopes up to far . I haven't heard of to many people getting releif back there. It does wonders for my hip / leg pain.

Shawley

shawley · 04-14-2008, 05:43 AM

If you ever used a push mower for a long time and your arms feel like there buzzing vibrating , it feels sort of that way when its on . It feels a whole lot better than the pain .

Hope this works for you