High-Frequency Spinal Cord Stimulation Shows Boost to Pain Relief - Technology Networks

In a new study, high-frequency spinal cord stimulation (SCS) was shown to be more effective at relieving pain than low-frequency SCS and also reduced patient use of opioids.

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) for chronic pain involves delivering low levels of electricity directly into the spinal cord using an implanted device, which modifies or blocks nerve activity to minimi… [+3369 chars]

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