Overview
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE PROCEDURE
The “trial run” to determine if DRG is right for you:
- You’ll receive a local anesthetic to numb the implant area.
- Through a small incision, we’ll place very thin wires (leads) under the skin and into the DRG nerve bundle.
- The leads are connected to a generator about the size of a cell phone. You’ll carry it with you during the trial period.
- If the DRG proves effective, you’ll return in a few weeks for the permanent power source (generator.)
Implanting The Permanent System:
- This minimally-invasive surgery takes 1 to 2 hours in the hospital while you are under general anesthesia.
- We’ll make a small surgical incision and place the permanent generator under the skin of your abdomen, lower back or upper buttock.
- The generator is battery-powered by either rechargeable or long-life batteries lasting 2 to 5 years. Surgery is required to replace the battery.
1-2 hour procedure
no discomfort
Go home same day
INDICATIONS FOR TREATMENT:
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Chronic arm or leg pain (sciatica)
- Nerve pain or numbness in arms or legs
- Chronic back pain
- Recurrent pain after back surgery
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