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Cervical nerve root stimulation: demonstration of an extra-foraminal technique
Frank J E Falco1, Daniel Kim, C Obi Onyewu
1Mid-Atlantic Spine, 139 East Chestnut Hill Road, Newark, DE 19713, USA. cssm01@aol.com
Pain Physician
|July 27, 2006
Summary
Electrical stimulation of cervical nerve roots effectively reduced upper extremity radicular pain. This innovative extra-foraminal technique targeted C6 and C7 nerve roots for pain relief.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pain Management
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Electrical stimulation of nerve trunks offers pain relief.
- Peripheral nerve and nerve root stimulation techniques have advanced.
- Cervical radicular pain affects the upper extremities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To demonstrate an extra-foraminal technique for electrical stimulation of cervical nerve roots.
- To evaluate the efficacy of this technique in reducing upper extremity radicular pain.
Main Methods:
- An extra-foraminal approach was used for percutaneous placement of a four-electrode spinal cord stimulator lead.
- The lead was positioned within the exit zone of the neuroforamina.
- Electrical stimulation was applied to the C6 and C7 nerve roots.
Main Results:
- The C6 and C7 nerve root stimulation resulted in a reduction of arm pain.
- Pain reduction was observed within the specific distribution of the stimulated nerve roots.
Conclusions:
- The extra-foraminal technique for cervical nerve root stimulation is effective.
- This method provides a viable option for managing upper extremity radicular pain.