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RESOURCES
SPINAL CORD STIMULATION

Find resources for new and current spinal cord stimulation (SCS) patients.

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Find a pain management clinic for all your questions about SCS.

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RECHARGING
YOUR DEVICE

Learn more about recharging your neurostimulator battery.

LEARN ABOUT RECHARGING

FREQUENTLY 

ASKED QUESTIONS

See common questions and answers for living with SCS therapy for chronic pain.

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GETTING AN MRI

In the future, you may need an MRI to diagnose an illness. Learn more about planning for an MRI.

LEARN ABOUT MRI

SUPPORT AND CONTACT INFORMATION

YOUR DOCTOR

Please direct all medical, medication, and therapy questions to your doctor’s office. Your doctor has access to your medical records and history and can best diagnose any change in symptoms. Also, ask your doctor how to reach the on-call doctor in case any medical concerns arise after hours or on weekends.

TALK TO PATIENT SERVICES

The Medtronic Patient Services team is able to help you with:

  • Programmer or recharger troubleshooting
  • Finding a new doctor if you’re traveling or moving

Call +44 (0)1923 205101 Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.

PATIENT USER GUIDES

Your doctor will give you the manuals and guides you need to use your therapy devices. To download an electronic copy of the Patient Quick Guides, click the guides below.

pdf Using Your Intellis™ Implantable SCS System  (.pdf)

Basic resources and information to help you use your Medtronic Intellis™ spinal cord stimulation system.

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pdf Using your Vanta™ Implantable SCS System  (.pdf)

Basic resources and information to help you use your Medtronic Vanta™ spinal cord stimulation system.

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PATIENT IDENTIFICATION CARD

Carry your patient ID in your wallet or purse at all times in case of emergency. It shows that you have an implanted medical device. You will also need your patient ID when going through security at airports.

Sample Patient ID Card

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