TL;DR: Spinal cord stimulation can help reduce your pain, improve your daily function, and reduce your reliance on pain medication. However, it also comes with risks, possible device issues, and no guarantee of long-term relief. Thankfully, you can try the therapy first, giving you a chance to see how your body responds before deciding. You’ve […]
TL;DR: A spinal cord stimulator trial is a temporary test period that lets you and your doctor evaluate whether spinal cord stimulation provides meaningful pain relief before considering a permanent implant. The trial typically lasts five to seven days and involves temporary leads placed near your spine that are connected to an external device you […]
TL;DR: A nerve conduction study checks how quickly and strongly electrical signals travel through your nerves, while an EMG looks at how your muscles respond to those signals. Together, they can help your doctor evaluate issues such as pinched nerves, carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and certain muscle disorders, providing a clearer picture of what […]
TL;DR: An EMG test measures the electrical activity in your muscles to help doctors determine whether symptoms like numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning pain are related to a nerve or muscle problem. At Florida Spine and Pain Institute, EMG testing is used alongside your symptoms, physical exam, and imaging to help pinpoint the source of […]
