Peripheral Neurostimulation Treatment in India
About Peripheral Neurostimulation
Key Highlights
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Provides targeted, long-term relief for chronic neuropathic pain.Minimally invasive procedure with a relatively short recovery time.Stimulator settings are adjustable and customizable to patient needs.Offers a reversible treatment alternative to more invasive surgeries.Can significantly reduce or eliminate the need for pain medication.Helps improve sleep, mood, and overall quality of life./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Chronic neuropathic pain conditions like Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
- Post-herpetic neuralgia (nerve pain following shingles).
- Peripheral nerve injuries causing persistent pain.
- Chronic post-surgical neuropathic pain (e.g., post-thoracotomy, post-mastectomy).
- Chronic migraine or occipital neuralgia (for specific nerve targets).
- Pain from diabetic neuropathy or other peripheral neuropathies.
- Pain that has not responded adequately to medications, injections, or physical therapy.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation by a pain specialist and neurosurgeon to confirm candidacy.
- Diagnostic nerve block to predict potential success of stimulation.
- Pre-operative medical clearance, including blood tests and possibly an ECG.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the doctor.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if performed under sedation or anesthesia.
- Discussion of the procedure, risks, benefits, and expectations with the surgical team.
- Arranging for transportation home post-procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the implant site or lead migration/dislodgement.
- Bleeding, bruising, or hematoma formation.
- Allergic reaction to implant materials or anesthesia.
- Undesirable changes in stimulation (over- or under-stimulation).
- Lead fracture or generator malfunction requiring revision surgery.
- Nerve damage, though rare, leading to new numbness or weakness.
- Battery depletion over time, requiring a replacement procedure.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial rest for 24-48 hours; avoid strenuous activity for several weeks.
- Keep the incision sites clean and dry as per surgeon's instructions.
- Gradual return to normal activities, avoiding heavy lifting or twisting motions.
- Programming sessions to optimize stimulator settings for optimal pain relief.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and device function.
- Learn to use the patient programmer to adjust stimulation within set limits.
- Report any signs of infection (redness, swelling, fever) or sudden pain changes immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering peripheral neurostimulation in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for peripheral neurostimulation in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Cytecare Hospital, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform peripheral neurostimulation. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for peripheral neurostimulation compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Peripheral Neurostimulation in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing peripheral neurostimulation.
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Neurosurgeons for Peripheral Neurostimulation
Explore experienced neurosurgeons who regularly perform peripheral neurostimulation and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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