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... Intrathecal implants may be considered for various types of chronic pain, including pain from failed back surgery syndrome.Surgical decompression may be performed to relieve chronic pain associated with back problems such as spinal stenosis or herniated discs. It involves removing bone or tissue that is pressing on nerves or the spinal cord.3. ...
4 Types of Treatment and Therapies for Chronic Pain
... Intrathecal implants may be considered for various types of chronic pain, including pain from failed back surgery syndrome.Surgical decompression may be performed to relieve chronic pain associated with back problems such as spinal stenosis or herniated discs. It involves removing bone or tissue that is pressing on nerves or the spinal cord.3. ...
... At the moment, its use is confined to more advanced medical centers where doctors have been trained in how to implant and regulate the device.Also, the procedure isn't covered by all insurance companies, so out-of-pocket costs to patients can be very high. ...
New Nerve Stimulation Technique Might Relieve Back Pain
... At the moment, its use is confined to more advanced medical centers where doctors have been trained in how to implant and regulate the device.Also, the procedure isn't covered by all insurance companies, so out-of-pocket costs to patients can be very high. ...