I Had Unsuccessful Spine Surgery. What Next?
The decision to undergo any kind of surgery can be incredibly overwhelming. Spine surgery, in particular, is quite invasive and carries several risks. First of all, spine surgery deals with delicate structures, and if damaged, it can result in severe and chronic pain. Nerve damage can cause severe and lasting chronic pain that can outlast the procedure’s typical recovery time. If you have recently undergone surgery and experience pain months later, you may have failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS).
Failed back surgery syndrome is a condition that can develop due to incomplete decompression of nerves, development of scar tissue, nerve damage, or hardware failure. If you experience radiating pain, weakness, or burning sensations after spine surgery, and it does not go away with time, seeking medical attention is integral to finding relief.
Seeking Treatment After Unsuccessful Spine Surgery
When you first notice the symptoms, you should quickly consult your surgeon. By describing and sharing your concerns, your doctor will likely be able to help you identify if they are normal post-operative symptoms or if they raise concerns. If these symptoms persist months later, patients may consider conservative therapies including physical therapy or pain medications. If these therapies do not provide patients with sufficient relief, they may consider surgical intervention.
Spinal cord stimulation is a minimally invasive therapy often recommended to patients who underwent unsuccessful spine surgery. This procedure involves implanting a small device in the epidural space that uses lead wires that connect to the spinal cord. These wires send tiny electric impulses to the spinal cord which mask pain signals and help patients manage their symptoms.
Spinal Cord Stimulation with BEST Health System
BEST Health System is the leader in spinal cord stimulation treatment. With over 40+ locations nationwide, we are dedicated to helping patients achieve relief from their chronic pain conditions. At BEST, we work closely with patients who recently underwent unsuccessful spine surgery to help them find the best treatment path.
Spinal cord stimulator trials allow patients to explore the potential of this therapy to see if it can help them minimize discomfort. Our trials are fairly quick and involve two small incisions which allow us to attach the lead wires to the spinal cord. Patients will wear the device to see if this therapy can effectively lower their pain and help them live a more comfortable lifetsyle.
Oftentimes, patients who recently underwent unsuccessful spine surgery do not want to agree to another invasive surgical procedure. Spinal cord stimulation offers a solution to this issue as it is a minimally invasive procedure that does not require large incisions. The best part? This procedure is reversible and patients can ask to have it removed at any time. We understand patients’ hesitancy to undergo another surgery right after having one fail. Therefore, we are proud to be the leaders in spinal cord stimulation throughout the United States.
BEST Health System employs in-demand Interventional Pain Management doctors specializing in Spinal Cord Stimulation. Our doctors work closely with patients to understand their symptoms and concerns. Through more personal care, our doctors can understand the root cause of the patient’s condition and work with them toward a solution.
You deserve to find relief from chronic pain as a result of unsuccessful spine surgery. Connect with the professionals at BEST Health System today to get started on your journey towards relief.
