Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)
What is Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)?
Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) is a minimally invasive neuromodulation therapy that uses electrical impulses to block or modify pain signals before they reach the brain.
What are the benefits of a Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)?
Peripheral Nerve Stimulation is indicated for patients with chronic, focal pain due to a specific peripheral nerve injury or dysfunction, especially when conservative treatments have failed.
Common Indications:
– Post-Surgical Neuropathic Pain
Groin pain after hernia repair
Knee pain
Shoulder pain
– Post-Traumatic Nerve Pain
Commonly after nerve injury or entrapment
– Phantom Limb Pain
Commonly after limb amputation
How does a Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) work?
The peripheral nerve stimulator system is a minimally invasive, temporary (60-day) peripheral nerve stimulation system designed to treat chronic and acute pain by targeting specific peripheral nerves. The electrical pulses alter how pain signals are processed by the nervous system, inhibiting pain signal transmission and promoting neuroplasticity for long-term changes.
How to prepare for Peripheral Nerve Stimulation?
The first step to determine your eligibility to receive a peripheral nerve stimulator is to perform a thorough physical examination and carefully consider your medical and family history.
-Blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, Plavix, Eliquis, warfarin):
You will NOT need to stop them before the procedure
– Medical Clearance (if needed)
If you have heart conditions, bleeding disorders, or infections, your provider may require clearance from your primary doctor or specialist.
What to expect after the procedure?
The peripheral nerve stimulator system is a minimally invasive, temporary (60-day) peripheral nerve stimulation system designed to treat chronic and acute pain by targeting specific peripheral nerves. It is usually performed in under 30 minutes with the patient’s ability to go home the same day after a short recovery period.