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Four‐Extremity Neurostimulation Using Two Cervical Octapolar Leads and High Frequency of 10 kH z
Author(s) -
Harandi Shervin,
Kapural Leonardo
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
pain practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.899
H-Index - 58
eISSN - 1533-2500
pISSN - 1530-7085
DOI - 10.1111/papr.12593
Subject(s) - medicine , neurostimulation , stimulation
Objectives and Methods A few published reports describe successful clinical use of low‐frequency spinal cord stimulation ( SCS ) in the cervical spine resulting in bilateral upper and lower extremity pain relief. A major side‐effect when using this modality of SCS is the uneven intensity of paresthesias, which are frequently excessive in upper extremities while attempting to achieve optimal paresthesia coverage in all 4 extremities. Results and Conclusions Here we describe a successful case of high‐frequency SCS at 10 kH z where profound control of neuropathic pain of all 4 extremities was achieved without the complication of paresthesias. Discussed are future implications of such therapy.

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