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spinal cord stimulation

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    Spinal cord stimulation is a medical treatment used to manage chronic pain. It involves implanting a device near the spinal cord that delivers electrical impulses to disrupt the pain signals before they reach the brain. This treatment is often used when other treatments have not been effective in managing chronic pain conditions such as failed back surgery syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, and neuropathic pain. Spinal cord stimulation can help reduce pain and improve quality of life for individuals suffering from chronic pain. Ongoing research in this area is focused on improving the effectiveness and safety of spinal cord stimulation devices, developing new techniques for targeting specific areas of the spinal cord, and exploring the potential benefits of combining spinal cord stimulation with other treatments such as medication or physical therapy.

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