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Advances in spinal cord stimulator (SCS) technology and increasing prevalence of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) diagnostic testing require empirical evidence describing the presence of MRI-related SCS adverse events related to off-label use of imaging. MRI safety recommendations vary based on the type of stimulator used with scant availability regarding adverse events associated with off-label MRI use. The aim of this case series is to describe the type and frequency of adverse events associated with off-label MRI use in patients with implanted SCSs. 

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When an individual is experiencing consistent pain, the most common response is to visit a doctor or to self-medicate with over-the-counter pain medication. However, with chronic pain, over-the-counter pain medications only provide temporary relief, and many people don’t want to rely on heavily prescribed medications, such as narcotics or opioids, indefinitely.

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Man experiencing hip pain

Vertiflex is a clinically proven, FDA-approved alternative to major surgery that’s delivering long-term relief from leg and back pain and redefining how doctors treat lumbar spinal stenosis.

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Athlete experiencing lower back pain

There’s new hope for those suffering from chronic back pain in the form of spinal cord stimulation, a safe, proven and minimally-invasive approach to treating chronic back or neck pain that’s helping to significantly improve quality of life for so many individuals with few other treatment options.

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