Real-World Evidence of Sustained Improvement Following 60-day Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Treatment for Pain: A Cross-Sectional Follow-up Survey

• DOI: 10.2217/pmt-2022-0005
• Publication Date: 2022-05-05T07:01:11Z
• Authors: Matthew J Pingree; Mark FB Hurdle; David A Spinner; Ali Valimahomed; Nathan D Crosby; Joseph W Boggs
• Keywords: Cross-sectional study; Peripheral nerve stimulation

Objective: This study presents real-world data from a cross-sectional follow-up survey of patients who previously received 60-day peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) treatment for pain. Materials & methods: A including validated pain and other related outcome measures was distributed to underwent implantation temporary PNS leads treatment. Results: Among respondents were at least 3 months the start treatment, most reported sustained clinically significant improvements in and/or quality life, with length time completion ranging 30 months. Conclusion: These support recent prospective studies indicating that percutaneous provides relief across wide range conditions.