The neuro stimulator interrupts pain signals that travel between your spinal cord and brain, which may help you take control of pain and your future.The device, similar to a pacemaker, is surgically implanted under the skin. It delivers mild electrical impulses along implanted wires to an area near your spine.

The main advantage of spinal cord stimulator is that it gives a trial period for the patient and physician to find out whether it’s beneficial, prior to moving on to a long term therapy.