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A Clinical Care Pathway for Patients With Chronic Mechanical Low Back Pain Having Restorative Neurostimulation for Multifidus Muscle: Description, Patient Compliance, Clinical Outcomes, and Satisfaction in the First Two Years
Abstract Objectives: Restorative neurostimulation for multifidus muscle is a novel therapy for chronic low back pain (CLBP). Optimal outcomes require interdisciplinary follow-up. We describe a clinical care pathway (CPW) for this therapy and report...
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January 24, 2025Accelerative Effects of Transcutaneous Electrical Acustimulation on Postoperative Recovery After Thoracolumbar Vertebral Fracture Associated With Suppressed Sympathetic Activity and Interleukin-6
Abstract Objectives: Gastrointestinal (GI) disturbance is a frequent complication in patients with thoracolumbar vertebral fracture (TVF). Transcutaneous electrical acustimulation (TEA) has been reported to effectively accelerate postoperative GI function recovery after abdominal surgery. This...
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January 17, 2025Tracking and Failure Analysis of Explanted Neuromodulation Devices
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January 17, 2025Intrathecal Drug Delivery for Intractable Pain: Identified Patient Satisfaction Survey Study Comparing Intrathecal Dose With Satisfaction, Pain Relief, and Side Effects
Abstract Objectives: Past studies have shown the efficacy of spinal targeted drug delivery (TDD) in pain relief, reduction in opioid use, and cost-effectiveness in long-term management of complex chronic pain. We conducted a survey...
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January 10, 2025Electrical Diuretics: Lateral Epidural Stimulation of Dorsal Roots to Increase Diuresis
Abstract Background: Stimulating diuresis is crucial in heart failure (HF) treatment. Diuretic resistance develops in approximately 30% to 45% of patients with HF. Objective: We investigated the feasibility and safety of lateral epidural stimulation...
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January 10, 2025Optimizing Physical Assessment in Intrathecal Baclofen Screening Trials for High-Performing Patients With Spastic Paraparesis
Abstract Objectives: Intrathecal baclofen (ITB) therapy is well documented as an effective treatment option for severe spasticity. Before ITB implantation, trials are conducted to evaluate efficacy, safety, and candidate suitability. While many centers conduct...
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January 10, 2025Sex Differences in Rates of Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy and Spinal Cord Stimulator Explants: A Propensity-Score Matched Analysis
Abstract Objectives: Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a therapeutic option for those with chronic pain due to persistent spinal pain syndrome (PSPS). Current literature suggests a higher rate of SCS explant in female patients,...
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January 10, 2025Rectangular Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Monophasic vs Biphasic Stimulation for Major Depressive Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial
Abstract Objectives: Biphasic sinusoidal repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a noninvasive brain stimulation treatment that has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Recent advances suggest that...
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January 10, 2025Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation for Chronic Pelvic Pain Secondary to Endometriosis
Abstract Introduction: Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a multifaceted condition that poses significant challenges in clinical management owing to its complex and varied pathophysiology, including neuropathic, somatic, visceral, and musculoskeletal components. Endometriosis is frequently...
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December 27, 2024Evaluation of a Miniature, Injectable, Wireless Stimulator to Treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Abstract Introduction: Moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects a large segment of the US population and is characterized by repetitive and reversible obstruction of the upper airway during sleep. Untreated OSA is associated with...
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December 27, 2024Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Implantation Combining Ultrasound With Microendoscopy for Management of Chronic Neuropathic Pain: A Case Series Study
Abstract Background: Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) has emerged as a minimally invasive percutaneous procedure addressing neuropathic pain. However, the percutaneous cylindrical lead ultrasound-guided implantation procedure requires expertise that limits widespread PNS utilization. To overcome...
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December 20, 2024Restorative Neurostimulation of the Multifidus for Chronic Low Back Pain After Prior Lumbar Spinal Surgery: A Single-Center, Consecutive Case Series
Abstract Objectives: Restorative neurostimulation of the lumbar multifidus muscle is a novel therapy for chronic nonspecific low back pain (CLBP). Previous studies have excluded patients with prior lumbar surgery. In this study, we describe...
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December 13, 2024Intraneural Device for Electrostimulation of Vagus Nerve in Rats: A Feasibility Study for Modulating Glucose Tolerance
Abstract Objectives: This study introduces EMPATIC (Electro-Modulation of PAncreaTic Islet Cells), a miniaturized intraneural device designed for transversal insertion into small nerves with a mean diameter of 400 μm. EMPATIC aims to modulate glucose...
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December 6, 2024Clinically Implemented Sensing-based Initial Programming of Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Disease: A Retrospective Study
Abstract Objectives: Initial deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming using a monopolar review is time-consuming, subjective, and burdensome. Incorporating neurophysiology has the potential to expedite, objectify, and automatize initial DBS programming. We aimed to assess...
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December 6, 2024Characterizing Soleus Muscle Response to Targeted Plantar Nerve Modulation Using Mechanomyography
Abstract Objective: The human soleus muscles are essential for maintaining cardiac output during upright posture, but age and disuse lead to soleus atrophy, causing numerous health complications in older adults. Here, we investigate the...
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December 6, 2024Systematic Review of Experimental Deep Brain Stimulation in Rodent Models of Epilepsy
Abstract Objectives: Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established neuromodulatory technique for treating drug-resistant epilepsy. Despite its widespread use in carefully selected patients, the mechanisms underlying the antiseizure effects of DBS remain unclear. Herein,...
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December 6, 2024A Meta-Analysis on the Efficacy and Safety of Sacral Neuromodulation for Neurogenic Bladder or Bowel Dysfunction
Abstract Background: The aim of this work was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of sacral neuromodulation (SNM) in the treatment of neurogenic bladder (NB) and neurogenic bowel dysfunction (NBD). Materials and methods: A...
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December 6, 2024Preoperative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Modifies Percutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial Progression and Planning
Abstract Objective: Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) percutaneous lead placement has been effective in treating chronic limb, neck, and back pain. However, SCS lead placement poses a risk of neurologic injury, which may be attenuated...
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December 6, 2024Neuromodulation Systems in the Setting of Cochlear Implant Treatment Based on Case Reports and Literature Review
Abstract Objectives: Cochlear implants are an established and proved method for auditory rehabilitation. In addition, neuromodulation systems for treating severe movement and pain disorders are gaining importance. To date, there is limited information regarding...
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