Long Island Neurosurgical & Spinal Associates (LINSA)
Pain Alleviation

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 Failed Back Syndrome
Description
Persistent back pain, despite often multiple back surgeries; no further spine surgery deemed to be helpfull
 
Cause
Combination of musculoskeletal pain and nerve pain
 
Treatment
Good candidate for:
      - Spinal Cord Stimulator                  
      - Epidural Steroid Injections
      - Drug Pump (Selected patients)
 
Example
Residual low back pain following decompressive surgery, diskectomy and fusion
Non-interventional Pain Management unsuccessful
 
Results
70% pain relief
Decreased need for medication
Increased activity level; returned to work