What is Peripheral Nerve Stimulation?

Peripheral nerve stimulation is a therapy in which a device sends electrical impulses to specific nerves to help manage chronic pain.

Procedure

• Small electrodes are surgically implanted near the affected peripheral nerves.
• These electrodes are connected to an external power source.
  
  

Conditions Treated

• Neuropathic pain
• Nerve injury pain
• Complex regional pain syndrome
  
  

Benefits

• Significant reduction in pain
• Less reliance on medication
• Improved overall quality of life
  
  

Risks

• Infection
• Bleeding
• Device malfunction
• Increased pain
  
  

Recovery

• Recovery time varies.
• Most patients can resume normal activities within 1 to 2 weeks post-procedure.
  
  

Goal

• Provide long-term pain relief.
• Reduce medication use.
• Improve the patient’s overall quality of life.