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Algovita Spinal Cord Stimulation System
Trial Stimulator Manual
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the pain relief provided by the SCS system.
• The SCS system may fail at some point, due to a random component or battery failure.
Examples of failure include lead or lead insulation break, loose connection, electrical short,
or component malfunction. A failure may reduce or stop the pain relief provided by the SCS
system.
• A patient may have an allergic reaction or become irritated by materials that are used to
manufacture the SCS system components. Signs of a negative reaction are persistent redness,
swelling, or warmth at the area where the system is implanted
• A patient may have ongoing pain in the area where a lead or extension is located.
• A patient may have unpleasant or painful stimulation. Such changes in stimulation may occur
if stimulation settings are changed too quickly, a lead moves or breaks, or there is a loose
electrical connection in your SCS system.
• A patient may experience weakness or numbness in areas below your SCS system location.
• A patient may experience changes in stimulation, painful stimulation, or problems with the
operation of the SCS system due to electromagnetic interference from other electrical devices,
medical equipment, or medical procedures.