{"id":757,"date":"2020-07-20T16:36:34","date_gmt":"2020-07-20T16:36:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stimrouter.pixelsmith.co\/?page_id=757"},"modified":"2023-03-29T07:46:31","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T14:46:31","slug":"chronic-pain-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/patients-targeted-relief\/patients-chronic-pain\/chronic-pain-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Chronic Pain FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"acf\/banner-block_1d12fb85af86d86430e62c5661e18090\" class=\"pxblock pxblock--banner banner text-color--light height--short\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"banner__content\">\n\t\t\t\t<h1>StimRouter PNS Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"banner__wave\" src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/stimrouter\/assets\/images\/wave-image.svg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"acf\/text-block_32b832d992fd70f8bc81bee514481c8b\" class=\"pxblock pxblock--text text width--default\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<h2>Answers about StimRouter PNS<\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I know if StimRouter\u00a0will work for me?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">StimRouter is indicated for pain management in adults who have severe intractable chronic pain of peripheral nerve origin, as an adjunct to other modes of therapy (e.g., medications). The StimRouter is not intended to treat pain in the craniofacial region. Your clinician is the best person to describe how StimRouter compares to other possible pain management options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any contraindications?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. StimRouter is contraindicated for patients who have any active implanted device such as an implanted demand cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator, or metallic implant in the immediate area intended for implant. A risk\/benefit determination should be performed before using the StimRouter system for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients exposed to diathermy. Shortwave, microwave and\/or therapeutic ultrasound diathermy should not be used on patients who have a StimRouter Neuromodulation System. The energy generated by diathermy can be transferred through the StimRouter system components, causing tissue damage at the lead site and potentially resulting in severe injury. Diathermy may also damage the StimRouter system components, resulting in loss of therapy. Injury or damage can occur during diathermy treatment whether neurostimulation is turned on or off. All patients are advised to inform their healthcare professionals that they should not be exposed to diathermy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients exposed to therapeutic ultrasound.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients who are unable to operate the StimRouter system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients who are high surgical risks or poor surgical candidates in general.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients who have a cancerous lesion present near the target stimulation point or near to where the StimRouter Electrode will adhere.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients with bleeding disorders or active anticoagulation that cannot be stopped for a few days close to the time of the surgical procedure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannot use the transmit\/receive RF head coil if the StimRouter lead is implanted above the shoulder.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I get an MRI with the StimRouter System in place, if I have physician approval?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. The implanted StimRouter lead is 1.5 Tesla and 3 Tesla MRI conditional. Patients with an implanted lead can be scanned safely under certain MRI conditions. All external components of the system must be removed before the patient is allowed into the MRI environment. Full MRI information for StimRouter can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/602-00730-001_Rev._A-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the risks related to the StimRouter System?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suboptimal lead placement may necessitate therapeutic adjustment and\/or lead explant. Nerve injury is possible, although unlikely. Possible surgical complications include infection, cellulitis, abscess, fever, sepsis, bleeding and temporary pain at the implant site.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long should the implanted lead stay in the body?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The StimRouter lead is designed to be a long-term implant. Your physician will discuss your appropriate individual treatment plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What can I expect during and after the procedure?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The surgical procedure is a simple procedure performed under local anesthesia. You will be awake during the implant in order to provide feedback to the implanting physician regarding the effectiveness of the stimulation. Programming and education on how to use your patient programmer will occur 2 to 3 weeks after the small incisions heal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does StimRouter require a prescription?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. In order to acquire StimRouter, a prescription from your physician is required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How often will the StimRouter System need to be programmed after initial set up?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your StimRouter external pulse transmitter will initially be programmed with up to eight different stimulation programs from which you will be able to select, turn off\/on and increase or decrease the stimulation intensity. If the programs are no longer providing appropriate pain relief, you may contact your physician to be reprogrammed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does StimRouter come with a warranty?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. The StimRouter System has a one-year limited warranty.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can I find out if I am a candidate for StimRouter?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may contact a representative to help you get started by calling (800) 211-9136.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do I need to order ongoing supplies?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. The disposables required for the ongoing use of the StimRouter are called gel electrode patches and should be changed every 2 to 4 days depending on use. Order online or contact the Client Relations Department at (800) 211-9136.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whom do I contact if I need help with my StimRouter System?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For any questions regarding StimRouter trouble-shooting, please contact our Technical Support Team at (800) 211-9136.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<style>\n\t@media (min-width: 768px) {\n\t\t.columns__row > .columns__column.columns__column--1 {\n\t\t\twidth: 100%;\n\t\t}\n\t}\n<\/style>\n\n<div id=\"acf\/columns-block_89b18d493b5332f9b0459a6fcd0443de\" class=\"pxblock pxblock--columns columns\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"columns__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"columns__column columns__column--1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"96\" height=\"96\" src=\"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Contact-4.png\" class=\"card__icon\" alt=\"Contact Us\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\"><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>StimRouter Clinical Support<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monday &#8211; Friday, 8 am &#8211; 5 pm PST<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">800-211-9136<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"acf\/text-block_3f4d536c1a1efe9de102fa053a1b7b29\" class=\"pxblock pxblock--text text width--default\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<p><small class=\"footnote\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rx Only. The StimRouter Neuromodulation System is indicated for pain management in adults who have severe intractable chronic pain of peripheral nerve origin, as an adjunct to other modes of therapy (e.g. medications). The StimRouter is not intended to treat pain in the craniofacial region. StimRouter is contraindicated in patients who have any active implanted device such as an implanted demand cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator, or metallic implant in the immediate area intended for implant. For complete instructions for use, storage, warnings, indications, contraindications, precautions, adverse reactions and disclaimer of warranties, please refer to the insert accompanying each product or online at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stimrouter.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.stimrouter.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/small><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":0,"parent":662,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-757","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/757","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=757"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/757\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/662"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/stimrouter.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=757"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}