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Spinal Cord Stimulation

Vertiflex™ Procedure†

Spinal Cord Stimulation  (SCS)

Karen

"One of the things that I think is amazing about this device is the ability to make adjustments.”

Chris

“Pain is like a living thing. It can change in different ways…but so can your stimulator.”

Mary

“I decided that I wanted something that was more cutting edge and Boston Scientific seemed to fit the bill for me.”

Gregory

“I really feel that my pain relief has been personalized…because of the different settings I have.”

Neil

“I am extremely grateful for what this system has done for me.”

Mitch & Senita

“Nothing just seemed to work…. Then, this came around.”

Arlene

“One of my favorite things is being able to take the burden off my family.”

Kevin

“It was a realization that I wasn’t going to have to walk around in pain.”

Alesia

“I know firsthand what a spinal cord stimulator can do for someone.”

Carl

“The thing that really appealed to me was the trial.”

Paul

“After going through the trial…I realized it was working for me.”

These video testimonials feature real patients. Individual results may vary. Patients can experience different levels of pain management and different changes in their activities and use of medications. Consult with your doctor to determine if you are a candidate for SCS therapy and what you may gain from the therapy.

Vertiflex™ Procedure

Jeff

“Six weeks after the procedure I did a six- mile walk. That was my success right there.”

Shirley

“Came home the same day, and the next thing I was busy doing all the things I enjoy doing.”

Patient Testimonial Highlights

“Patients everywhere are sharing how the Vertiflex Procedure has helped their personal pain relief.”

These video testimonials feature real patients. Individual results may vary. Patients can experience different levels of pain management and different changes in their activities and use of medications. Consult with your doctor to determine if you are a candidate for the Vertiflex Procedure therapy and what you may gain from it.

Enjoying life after the Vertiflex Procedure

After living with the pain from moderate lumbar spinal stenosis, these patients are sharing their stories of the journey back to enjoying their day-to-day life again.

“I can stand and walk erect devoid of pain. I feel as though I am finally getting my life back.”Read Paul's Story
“I feel 75 years young now and can’t wait to get back for my exercise classes and to see my friends.”Read Gloria’s Story
“I don’t hurt as much. I hope I can continue to work and do it joyfully. I am coming off pain medication too!”Read Mary’s Story
“I had severe back and leg pain for a long time and it was very hard to walk. My leg pain has improved to 85% and I am walking a little further.”Read Roxanne’s Story
“I am able to cook meals every night. I can go to my mahjong game with the ladies each week, and go to our services at the synagogue and our weekly bible study.”Read Mariette’s Story
“The biggest thing is that I sleep better. I would say to anyone that you have to give it a chance, it steadily gets better!”Read Hellen’s Story
“No discomfort, it took about three months to fully realize the maximum effects of the procedure, it was gradual, day by day it got better.”Read Charles’ Story
“I have no more leg pain which was killing me before from my hip to my ankle. That is completely gone!”Read Bill’s Story
“I am looking forward to getting back to being active. My daughter suggested I start doing yoga and I am excited to do this!”Read Donna’s Story
“I look like I am taller because of it! I can put my socks on and stand up straight. I am so happy that I got it.”Read Virginia’s Story
“I am back to walking, standing and being able to move without the pain in my buttocks. I feel like this is a great procedure!”Read Edward’s Story
“I walked in with a 8-9 out of 10 pain score in my leg and knee and I walked out with no pain whatsoever. 85%-90% better I would say.”Read Harold’s Story
“I felt a lot better and could quickly be out and about, doing things around the house, my leg pain from the stenosis is much better.”Read Denis’ Story
“I am walking my dogs again. I feel like I can do anything. I was really surprised how great and successful it was, I’d do it again!”Read Deborah’s Story
“I am walking a lot better. I go walking down to the mailbox again and I am hoping to get back to my crochet group soon!”Read Judith’s Story

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†Superion™ Indirect Decompression System.

Indications for Use: The Boston Scientific Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems are indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs including unilateral or bilateral pain associated with the following: failed back surgery syndrome, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Types I and II, intractable low back pain and leg pain, Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy of the lower extremities, radicular pain syndrome, radiculopathies resulting in pain secondary to failed back syndrome or herniated disc, epidural fibrosis, degenerative disc disease (herniated disc pain refractory to conservative and surgical interventions), arachnoiditis, multiple back surgeries. The Boston Scientific Spectra WaveWriter™, WaveWriter Alpha™ and WaveWriter Alpha™ Prime SCS Systems are also indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable unilateral or bilateral low back and leg pain without prior back surgery.

Contraindications. The Spinal Cord Stimulator systems are not for patients who are unable to operate the system, have failed trial stimulation by failing to receive effective pain relief, are poor surgical candidates, or are pregnant.

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Boston Scientific’s ImageReady™ MRI Technology makes safe MRI head scans possible. Patients implanted with the Precision Spectra™ or Spectra WaveWriter™ Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems with ImageReady™ MRI Technology are "MR Conditional" only when exposed to the MRI environment under the specific conditions defined in the applicable ImageReady™ MRI Head Only Guidelines for Precision Spectra™ or Spectra WaveWriter™ Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems.

MR Conditional symbolBoston Scientific’s ImageReady™ MRI Full Body Technology makes safe MRI scans possible. The Precision Montage™ MRI, WaveWriter Alpha™ and WaveWriter Alpha™ Prime SCS Systems with ImageReady™ MRI Full Body Technology are “MR Conditional” only when exposed to the MRI environment under the specific conditions defined in the applicable ImageReady™ MRI Full Body Guidelines for Precision Montage™ MRI or WaveWriter Alpha™ and WaveWriter Alpha™ Prime Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems.

Warnings. Patients implanted with Boston Scientific Spinal Cord Stimulator Systems without ImageReady™ MRI Technology should not be exposed to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Exposure to MRI may result in dislodgement of the stimulator or leads, heating of the stimulator, severe damage to the stimulator electronics and an uncomfortable or jolting sensation. As a Spinal Cord Stimulation patient, you should not have diathermy as either a treatment for a medical condition or as part of a surgical procedure. Strong electromagnetic fields, such as power generators or theft detection systems, can potentially turn the stimulator off, or cause uncomfortable jolting stimulation. The system should not be charged while sleeping. The Spinal Cord Stimulator system may interfere with the operation of implanted sensing stimulators such as pacemakers or implanted cardiac defibrillators. Advise your physician that you have a Spinal Cord Stimulator before going through with other implantable device therapies so that medical decisions can be made and appropriate safety measures taken. Patients using therapy that generates paresthesia should not operate motorized vehicles such as automobiles or potentially dangerous machinery and equipment with the stimulation on. Stimulation must be turned off first in such cases. For therapy that does not generate paresthesia (i.e. subperception therapy) it is less likely that sudden stimulation changes resulting in distraction could occur while having stimulation on when operating moving vehicles, machinery, and equipment. Your doctor may be able to provide additional information on the Boston Scientific Spinal Cord Stimulator systems.  For complete indications for use, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and side effects, call 866.360.4747 or visit Pain.com. Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

Indications for Use: The Superion™ Indirect Decompression System (IDS) is indicated to treat skeletally mature patients suffering from pain, numbness, and/or cramping in the legs (neurogenic intermittent claudication) secondary to a diagnosis of moderate degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis, with or without Grade 1 spondylolisthesis, having radiographic evidence of thickened ligamentum flavum, narrowed lateral recess, and/or central canal or foraminal narrowing. The Superion™ Interspinous Spacer is indicated for those patients with impaired physical function who experience relief in flexion from symptoms of leg/buttock/groin pain, with or without back pain, who have undergone at least 6 months of non-operative treatment. The Superion Interspinous Spacer may be implanted at one or two adjacent lumbar levels in patients in whom treatment is indicated at no more than two levels, from L1 to L5. Contraindications, warnings, precautions, side effects. The Superion Indirect Decompression System (IDS) is contraindicated for patients who: have spinal anatomy that prevent implantation of the device or cause the device to be unstable in situ (i.e., degenerative spondylolisthesis greater than grade 1), Cauda equina syndrome, or prior decompression or fusion at the index level, scoliosis or spinous process fractures, osteoporosis, infection, allergy or reaction to any metal or implant or a high Body Mass Index. Avoid strenuous activity for 6 weeks after surgery, contact your physician if there is fluid leaking from your incision, if you have pain, swelling or numbness in your legs or buttocks or if you fall. Refer to the Instructions for Use provided on www.vertiflex.com for additional Indications for Use, contraindications information and potential adverse effects, warnings, and precautions prior to using this product. Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

Indications for Use: The Boston Scientific Radiofrequency Generators, associated Radiofrequency Lesion Probes and RF Cannula are indicated for use in procedures to create radiofrequency lesions for the treatment of pain or for lesioning nerve tissue for functional neurosurgical procedures. The Boston Scientific RF Injection Electrodes are used for percutaneous nerve blocks with local anesthetic solution for radiofrequency lesioning of peripheral nerve tissue only. The Boston Scientific LCED and Stereotactic TCD Electrodes are indicated for use in radiofrequency (RF) heat lesioning of nervous tissue including the Central Nervous System.

Warnings: The Boston Scientific RF devices may cause interference with active devices such as neurostimulators, cardiac pacemakers, and defibrillators. Interference may affect the action of these active devices or may damage them. For appropriate guidance, consult the instructions for use for these active devices. Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

§The physician locator tool identifies pain management specialists in your area who have met certain qualifying criteria and are experienced with one or more of Boston Scientific pain management therapies. All treatment options should be discussed thoroughly with a pain management specialist.