Procedure

Spinal Cord Stimulator

An implanted device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord to change how pain signals reach the brain.

Also called: scs, nerve stimulator, neurostimulator

Who Can Help with Spinal Cord Stimulator?

Pain Management Doctors
A physician who treats long-term pain, such as back, neck and nerve pain, with medicines, injections and other procedures.
Neurosurgeons
A surgeon who operates on the brain, spine and nerves, including treatment of tumors, herniated discs and spinal injuries.
Spine Surgeons
An orthopedic surgeon who treats conditions of the spine, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis and scoliosis.
Anesthesiologists
A physician who gives anesthesia and monitors patients during surgery and other procedures.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about spinal cord stimulator and what is right for you.