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Implantable Devices
If chronic pain is controlling your life, implantable devices such as spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pumps can help provide you with effective relief. Dr. Carl C. Balog at Oregon Pain Associates will recommend an implantable device if your pain cannot be controlled with other treatment methods, and if you are a candidate for one.
Spinal cord stimulators.
Spinal cord stimulators are used to treat chronic neuropathic pain, such as failed back surgery syndrome and complex regional pain syndrome. They can also benefit patients with chronic low back pain, sciatica, spinal cord inflammation and the pain caused by peripheral vascular disease, reflex sympathetic dystrophy and multiple sclerosis. Spinal cord stimulators work by transmitting small electrical impulses to the spinal cord. These impulses interfere with the nerve impulses that are causing you pain, resulting in a soothing sensation instead of pain. Because every patient has a unique response to treatment, the spinal cord stimulator is initially inserted on a temporary trial basis for several days. If Dr. Balog feels the device will help you enjoy a better life, he will arrange for a permanent implant.
Intrathecal pumps.
Intrathecal pumps are devices used to deliver medication directly into the spinal fluid. Potential candidates for an intrathecal pump are those who cannot tolerate higher-dose oral medications because of side effects or poor pain control. The intrathecal pump stores and delivers medication via a catheter. First an intrathecal catheter is temporarily placed. Medications are delivered through an external pump. A permanent intrathecal pump is placed only if the patient improves substantially during this trial period.
Ask your doctor about implantable devices for pain relief today or call Oregon Pain Associates in Portland or Salem for more information.
Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty | Implantable Devices | Idea | VNUS® Closure®
Implantable Devices
If chronic pain is controlling your life, implantable devices such as spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pumps can help provide you with effective relief. Dr. Carl C. Balog at Oregon Pain Associates will recommend an implantable device if your pain cannot be controlled with other treatment methods, and if you are a candidate for one.
Spinal cord stimulators.
Spinal cord stimulators are used to treat chronic neuropathic pain, such as failed back surgery syndrome and complex regional pain syndrome. They can also benefit patients with chronic low back pain, sciatica, spinal cord inflammation and the pain caused by peripheral vascular disease, reflex sympathetic dystrophy and multiple sclerosis. Spinal cord stimulators work by transmitting small electrical impulses to the spinal cord. These impulses interfere with the nerve impulses that are causing you pain, resulting in a soothing sensation instead of pain. Because every patient has a unique response to treatment, the spinal cord stimulator is initially inserted on a temporary trial basis for several days. If Dr. Balog feels the device will help you enjoy a better life, he will arrange for a permanent implant.
Intrathecal pumps.
Intrathecal pumps are devices used to deliver medication directly into the spinal fluid. Potential candidates for an intrathecal pump are those who cannot tolerate higher-dose oral medications because of side effects or poor pain control. The intrathecal pump stores and delivers medication via a catheter. First an intrathecal catheter is temporarily placed. Medications are delivered through an external pump. A permanent intrathecal pump is placed only if the patient improves substantially during this trial period.
Ask your doctor about implantable devices for pain relief today or call Oregon Pain Associates in Portland or Salem for more information.