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THERAPY OVERVIEW SPINAL CORD STIMULATION


Medtronic spinal cord stimulation (SCS) may help you get back to doing the everyday things you love most.

LEARN ABOUT
THE THERAPY

See how spinal cord stimulation is effective for chronic pain treatment — and why it might be the right therapy for you.

SEE HOW IT WORKS

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learn about the different stages of spinal cord stimulation. Find out more about the implant and the trial, which lets you try the therapy without having the neurostimulator implanted.

SEE WHAT TO EXPECT

WHAT LIFE IS LIKE
WITH THE THERAPY

Life with spinal cord stimulation comes with many benefits. Find out what to expect from life with a neurostimulator implant and discover helpful information and links. See the important safety information link at the top of the page.

LIFE WITH SCS
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Every patient experience is unique. Not everyone who receives Medtronic neurostimulation therapy will experience the same results. 

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Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.