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I have the Abbott Labs version. It helps but it is just one tool in a big tool belt. It’s about the size of these new car key fob. It sends electric signals to the brain via titanium wiring Above the injured area. I have used mine along with medicine and exercise to control Post-Laminectomy Syndrome.

The biggest downside is you are signing up for a lifetime of ‘minimally invasive’ surgeries. I’ve had 3 procedures in 9 years. The initial implant back in 15. Last year I needed a replacement pc. After that my titanium wiring shorted slightly and needed replaced.

Would I do it again? Yes.
Do I suggest you do it? Maybe. It’s not for everyone. It’s dumb but I will admit it for medical sake, it is slightly jarring to feel equipment inside you. When I touch the area while showering, It jerks me back from whatever vacation my brain was on. And sometimes sitting is uncomfortable due to the pc pushing on a hard chair. (Not trying to take this too far) You better make sure your partner won’t get the ick from touching it during the happy times/dancing/etc.
Thx for that insight; got a lot to think about between it or another fusion.
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