Interventional Pain Management
Spinal Cord Stimulators
How spinal cord stimulators works, what it treats, and what to expect at Clearway.
What is Spinal Cord Stimulators?
A spinal cord stimulator is a small implanted device that delivers gentle electrical pulses to the spinal cord, interrupting pain signals before they reach the brain. Candidates complete a trial period first to confirm it works for them.
What it can help with
- Failed back surgery syndrome
- Complex regional pain syndrome
- Chronic nerve pain not helped by other treatments
What to expect
A temporary trial is performed first, usually for about a week. If the trial meaningfully reduces pain, a permanent system can be placed in a short outpatient procedure.
Every treatment plan at Clearway is individualized. Your specialist will review your history, examination, and imaging before recommending any procedure.