What the treatment does
Restorative neurostimulation is designed to activate muscles involved in lumbar stability. It differs from stimulation intended primarily to change pain signaling.
Who may be considered
Selected patients with chronic mechanical low back pain and appropriate evidence of lumbar muscle dysfunction may be evaluated. An implant is not suitable for all back pain.
Expectations and risks
Improvement is usually assessed over time alongside rehabilitation and regular use. Risks include infection, bleeding, discomfort, lead or device problems, and failure to improve.
Questions to ask at your visit
- Which pain source is this treatment intended to address?
- What are the alternatives in my case?
- What improvement should we measure, and when?
- What restrictions and follow-up will I need?
This guide is general education. Eligibility, technique, and recovery depend on your individual circumstances.
Learn more: Johns Hopkins spinal cord stimulation guide · Interventional treatment overview