What is Dorsal Spinal Cord Stimulator?
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Dorsal Column Stimulator (DCS) is an implantable medical device used to treat chronic pain of neurologic origin. An electric impulse generated by the device near the dorsal surface of the spinal cord provides a paresthesia ("tingling") sensation that alters the perception of pain by the patient.
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How do members experience Dorsal Spinal Cord Stimulator?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pain in lower back | 10 | 4 | |
| Peripheral neuropathy | 10 | 4 | |
| Pain in leg(s) | 5 | 3 | |
| Nerve pain (neuralgia) | 3 | 1 | |
| Complex regional pain syndrome type I | 2 | 4 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Buzzing vibration sensation | 1 | |
| Insomnia | 1 | |
| Pain in lower back | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 3 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 7 |
Member evaluations
rmike
evaluated on Jul 13, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for pain in leg(s): Slight
- Side effects: Severe
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