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Glossary
Lead
– Surgical wire: takes electrical signals from the neurostimulator to the
stimulation area
Stimulation
– Small electrical pulses: produces a tingling sensation and replaces pain
signals
Stimulator
– Device that makes electrical pulses that will stimulate the nerves in your
spine: can refer to either the Trial Neurostimulator or Implantable Neurostimulator
Trial Neurostimulator (TNS
)
– External Stimulator that clips onto your belt: attaches
to the connector cable, which is connected to the leads that are implanted in the area
near your spine
Implantable Neurostimulator (INS)
– Stimulator implanted in your back or abdomen:
attaches to leads implanted in the area near your spine
Connector Cable
– Cable that connects the leads to your Trial Neurostimulator
Programmer
– Portable, hand-held device: allows you to adjust your stimulation
settings
Clinical Programmer
– Portable, hand-held device: allows the physician to program
your Stimulator.
Computer Tomography (CT) Imaging
– Computerized X-ray imaging: produces
electronic images of tissues and organs
Diathermy
– High energy heat: used to cut or cauterize during surgery or a type of
therapy
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
– Electrical signals that interfere with the device
function
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
– Medical imaging: produces electronic images
of tissues and organs
Paresthesia
– Tingling sensation felt during therapy delivery: produced by dorsal root
ganglion stimulation
Precaution
– Situation that could cause uncomfortable stimulation and possible
damage to the Stimulator or Programmer
Program
– Instructions or changes to stimulation settings that are put into the
Programmer and transmitted to the Stimulator
Stimulation Level
– Amount of stimulation: can be increased or decreased within a
range set up by your doctor
Warning
– Potentially serious hazard that could cause injury or death
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