Post-Laminectomy Syndrome (PLS), also referred to as Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS), is a condition that may result from spinal surgery. Although its name suggests otherwise, PLS does not refer to a physical disease; rather it describes chronic pain which persists or even worsens following laminectomy surgery and severely limits daily activities and mobility.
What Are the Causes of Post-Laminectomy Syndrome?
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome has numerous sources, from nerve damage during surgery to scar tissue formation or improper spinal fusion. Sometimes, surgery was supposed to address one problem but caused other ones; or perhaps the original source of pain wasn’t completely relieved by surgery alone.
PLS sufferers can experience various symptoms, such as persistent back or leg pain, numbness, tingling and muscle weakness—symptoms which can be especially distressing to those who underwent surgery in hopes of pain relief.
Spinal Cord Stimulation: An Engaging Solution
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome presents many challenges for Chicago and surrounding area patients, making spinal cord stimulation (SCS) a promising solution to alleviate their suffering. At Premier Pain & Spine in Chicago with convenient pain clinic locations in Schaumburg, Downers Grove & Berwyn, IL, spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy has become an integral component of treatment plans, offering relief to many who have not found sustained relief with other interventions.
How Does Spinal Cord Stimulation Work?
Spinal cord stimulation involves implanting a small device, similar to a pacemaker under the skin—using mild electrical pulses from that device to deliver electrical pulses directly into the spinal cord. This disrupts pain signals before they reach the brain and thus provides significant reduction of discomfort for patients and improved quality of life.
Trial period begins with temporary electrodes being attached to the spinal cord and connected to an external device, so patients can experience its effects and determine if SCS provides enough pain relief before making a definitive commitment to implant it permanently.
Benefits of Spinal Cord Stimulation for PLS
Spinal cord stimulation offers several advantages for patients with Post-Laminectomy Syndrome:
- Significant Pain Reliever: Patients often report experiencing significant relief, allowing them to resume daily activities more comfortably.
- Reduce Dependence on Medications: SCS can assist in decreasing dependence on pain medications such as opioids, which come with risks of side effects and dependency.
- SCS Can Increase Mobility and Functionality: By relieving pain, SCS can enhance mobility and help patients take part more actively in physical therapy or rehabilitation efforts more successfully.
- Highly Customizable Treatment: SCS allows for flexible and individualized care by offering adjustable intensity and frequency levels of electrical pulses that can be tailored specifically to each patient. It offers personalized healthcare.
- Minimally Invasive: The implant procedure is minimally invasive and offers quick recovery times compared to more extensive surgeries.
Why Select Premier Pain & Spine in Chicago?
Premier Pain & Spine understands the difficulty associated with Post-Laminectomy Syndrome and its impact on life. Our team of pain management specialists in Chicago is committed to offering customized care tailored to each of their individual patients’ individual needs, while remaining at the cutting-edge of pain management techniques such as spinal cord stimulation for treatment purposes.
Our approach is patient-centric and focused on relieving pain, improving function and improving overall well-being. If you are suffering from Post-Laminectomy Syndrome and have tried other forms of therapy without success, spinal cord stimulation could provide the relief that has eluded you thus far.
Take Control of Your Life: Discover Relief from Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome can be a debilitating and emotionally taxing condition, yet it doesn’t need to dictate your life. With advancements in pain management such as spinal cord stimulation, there is hope of lasting relief. At Premier Pain & Spine in Chicago, our goal is to help you retake control over your life and move forward with confidence. Schedule an appointment today and learn more about how spinal cord stimulation could provide the relief you’re looking for!
Schaumburg: 1365 Wiley Rd. #153, Schaumburg, IL. Phone: 847-519-4701
Downers Grove: 3800 Highland Ave. # 101, Downers Grove, IL. Phone: 847-519-4701
Berwyn: 6920 Ogden Ave. Suite C, Berwyn, IL. Phone: 708-637-3534