A Study of Spinal Cord Stimulation Programming Parameters

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate programming options in spinal cord stimulation for the management of chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and limbs.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

Candidate for Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) system (trial and implant) per labeled indication(back and leg pain)
Willing and able to provide a signed and dated informed consent
At least 18 years old at the time of informed consent
Willing and able to attend visits and comply with the study protocol
Capable of using the patient programmer and recharging the neurostimulator
Willing to not increase pain medications from baseline through the 3-month visit

Exclusion Criteria

Currently enrolled in or plans to enroll in any concurrent drug and/or device study that may confound study results
Psychological or other health conditions that would interfere with the subject's ability to fulfill the requirements of the protocol
Trialed or implanted with SCS, subcutaneous stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation or an implantable intrathecal drug delivery system
Implanted with a cardiac device (e.g., pacemaker, defibrillator)

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Tim Lamer, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Tim Lamer, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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