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  • Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Pain

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    Munson Neurosurgery
    1221 Sixth St., Ste. 300
    Traverse City, MI 49684
    231-392-0640
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    Spinal Cord Stimulation for Nonsurgical Back and Leg Pain

    Who is a Candidate?

    • Older woman clutching back in painIf you haven’t found chronic pain relief with other treatment options like physical therapy, medications, injections, or surgery, HFX could help relieve your pain
    • HFX is also a good treatment option for people who aren’t candidates for back surgery or who experience painful diabetic neuropathy

    What is Nevro HFX Spinal Cord Stimulation?

    • HFX includes a small device that safely works inside your body by blocking pain signals to significantly reduce your pain and restore your quality of life
    • Learn more at www.NevroHFX.com

    What to Expect: You Try it Before You Decide

    You try HFX with a temporary system for about a week first to see how it relieves your pain:

    • The trial procedure is quick, simple, and outpatient
    • The trial is a time for you to evaluate your pain relief, improvement to your daily activities, and if it helps meet your pain management goals
    • 9 out of 10 people who try HFX, get enough relief to stay with it1
    • Learn more at www.NevroHFX.com/why-hfx/what-to-expect/

    Based on your trial experience, we’ll work together to decide if you’ll move forward with the implant.

    What Results Do People Experience with Nevro HFX?

    • Older adults walking outdoorsHFX has helped tens of thousands of people worldwide find long-term pain relief2
    • People experience significant improvements in their quality of life3:
    • Sitting, standing, and walking is easier
    • Better sleep
    • More independence
    • Improved social life
    • See patient testimonials and reviews at www.NevroHFX.com/patient-stories/

    Is HFX Covered by Insurance?

    HFX is covered by all major insurance plans. Any specific cost and coverage questions can be answered at your consultation.

    Next Steps: Talk with Us About This Treatment Option

    • Schedule a consultation with us or at your next appointment ask if Nevro HFX is a treatment option for you
    • Learn more at www.NevroHFX.com

     

    Trusted Expertise

    https://providers.munsonhealthcare.org/provider/Justine+D.+Pearl/2174481Justine Pearl, MD, is an oncologic neurosurgeon. In addition to general neurosurgery, Dr. Pearl brings neuro-oncology expertise for the treatment of tumors, brain metastasis, gliomas, and more. She is dedicated to helping patients struggling with chronic pain improve their quality of life.

     

    Call Munson Neurosurgery for More Information: 231-392-0640

     

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    Footnotes:

    1. Kapural L., et al. Novel 10-kHz High-frequency Therapy (HF10 Therapy) Is Superior to Traditional Low-frequency Spinal Cord Stimulation for the Treatment of Chronic Back and Leg Pain. Anesthesiology, 123(4)
    2. Historical sales data on file. Calculated 10/1/2020.
    3. Calculated from patient survey data and functionality measures within the SENZA-RCT. Data on file.