Retrospective analysis of 22 patients with chronic pain treated by peripheral nerve stimulation

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Abstract
Patients [22] with chronic pain, chiefly from posttraumatic neuropathy, were treated by implanted peripheral nerve stimulators located proximal to the pain. Of these (62%) have experienced pain control for an average of 25 mo. The experience of the surgeon may be a major factor contributing to the successful results. There are theoretical and practical advantages to electrical stimulation at proximal portions of the peripheral nervous system. The surgical technique for implantation is described, and the necessity for reoperation in some patients is explained.