Introduction - Advanced Bionics Precision SCS Handbook

Introduction

Introduction
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The Advanced Bionics Precision SCS (Spinal Cord Stimulation) system is prescribed for the
management of chronic pain. The system electrically stimulates the spinal cord to alter the percep-
tion of pain signals that move along the nerve pathways on either side of the spine. Paresthesia is the
term that describes the light, tingling sensation—the "feeling"—of spinal cord stimulation.
Before receiving your new implant, you had the opportunity to test stimulation therapy and decide if
it would work for you. By choosing to have a stimulator surgically implanted, you confirmed that
paresthesia is capable of providing you with good to excellent pain relief. Going forward with this
therapy, your health professionals will work with you to find the most comfortable level of
paresthesia to cover the painful areas through adjusting the settings. Although you may have pain
areas that cannot be reached by spinal cord stimulation, the goal is to bring you the most effective
pain relief possible. The more you help and work with your health professionals, the more likely you
are to achieve the best outcome possible from your new Precision system.
Advanced Bionics is an organization dedicated to helping you manage your pain. We will help you
make the most of this therapy for an improved quality of life.
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