Understanding Neuromodulation
Neuromodulation, sometimes referred to as spinal cord stimulation, is a modern treatment option for patients with chronic pain, neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome, or other conditions. This therapy helps patients achieve relief by minimizing pain and helping patients live a comfortable and active lifestyle, despite their condition.
Neuromodulation devices are implanted in the lower spine with lead wires connecting to the spinal cord. The device will send tiny electrical impulses to the spinal cord to block pain signals and help patients achieve significant relief from their symptoms. This procedure is considered minimally invasive, making it an excellent alternative to more invasive options. BEST Health System partners with interventional pain management doctors across the country to increase patient access to quality pain management care.
What Conditions Can Benefit from Neuromodulation?
Neuromodulation, or spinal cord stimulation, is a great option for patients who suffer from debilitating chronic pain. As you may know, chronic pain can manifest as the result of various conditions–from neuropathy to traumatic injuries. Let’s discuss a few of the most common conditions that can benefit from neuromodulation, and how BEST Health System doctors approach treatment.
- Neuropathy. Neuropathy, also known as nerve damage, is a common condition that can develop due to diabetes, injury, autoimmune disease, and other reasons. It often comes with symptoms like pain, tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness. Neuropathy disrupts the communication between the brain, spinal cord, and other parts of the body, affecting motor, sensory, or autonomic functions.
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, is a chronic condition that causes severe and debilitating pain in a limb, usually an arm or a leg. This can cause balance problems, decreased mobility, and hair and nail changes.
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. Failed back surgery syndrome, also known as FBSS, is a condition that may affect patients who have recently undergone spine surgery, often spinal fusions. The pain from this condition is often more intense than that of the original spine condition.
- Chronic Pain. Chronic pain can manifest for a variety of reasons. It can lead to limited mobility, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Many individuals experience ongoing discomfort that interferes with daily tasks, reducing their ability to work, exercise, or even engage in routine self-care.
Trial Programs with BEST Health System
BEST Health System offers neuromodulation trials so patients can explore its potential. During the trial period, patients will work with their doctor to test different levels of electrical pulses to see how they affect their pain.
During this trial, temporary leads are placed to distribute electrical pulses to block pain signals. Trials offer an excellent opportunity for patients to explore this therapy and see how it will help them.
BEST Health System
BEST Health System has clinics located in various states across the country. We understand that quality chronic pain care can be difficult to come by. Therefore, we feel passionate about taking strides to increase patient access to neuromodulation and other minimally invasive solutions.
With BEST, relief might be just around the corner. Connect with us today to learn more about our neuromodulation trial programs.
