Spinal cord stimulation: a review

Aaron K Compton; Binit Shah; Salim M Hayek

doi:10.1007/s11916-011-0238-7

Spinal cord stimulation: a review

Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2012 Feb;16(1):35-42. doi: 10.1007/s11916-011-0238-7.

Authors

Aaron K Compton¹, Binit Shah, Salim M Hayek

Affiliation

¹ SMC Pain Center, Schneck Medical Center, 411 West Tipton Street, Seymour, IN 47274, USA.

PMID: 22086473
DOI: 10.1007/s11916-011-0238-7

Abstract

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a safe and effective treatment of a variety of chronic pain conditions. As our understanding of the mechanisms of action and potential uses of SCS has evolved, clinical and technological advancements have followed. This review provides an overview of potential mechanisms of action of SCS, evidence for its effectiveness, potential complications, and highlights of developing areas of interest.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Complex Regional Pain Syndromes / economics
Complex Regional Pain Syndromes / therapy*
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Electric Stimulation Therapy* / adverse effects
Electric Stimulation Therapy* / economics
Electric Stimulation Therapy* / methods
Evidence-Based Medicine
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome / economics
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome / therapy*
Humans
Patient Selection
Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
Spinal Cord*
Treatment Outcome