Spinal Cord Stimulation
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Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) Therapy
Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) is an advanced pain management treatment designed for patients with chronic, persistent pain. The therapy works by delivering mild electrical pulses through a very thin electrode placed near the spinal cord. These electrical signals mask pain signals before they reach the brain, helping reduce pain perception.
The device is small — similar to a pacemaker — and is implanted under the skin. It helps patients manage chronic pain more effectively and may significantly reduce the need for long-term pain medications.
Conditions Treated with Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal stimulation therapy is especially beneficial for patients with:
- Chronic pain after spine surgery (Failed Back Surgery Syndrome)
- Persistent nerve pain following spinal cord injury
- Severe chronic back pain
- Lower limb immobility related to spinal cord disorders
- Upper limb immobility related to neurological conditions
- Radiating leg pain (sciatica) not responding to conservative treatment
How the Procedure Works
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia through a small incision. A thin electrode is carefully placed near the spinal cord. The external ends are temporarily connected to a battery control device during a trial period, which typically lasts several weeks.
If the patient experiences satisfactory pain relief, a minor procedure is performed to implant the permanent battery device under the skin.
From Bedridden to Walking:
A Miraculous Recovery with Our Spine Surgeon at Chularat 3 International Hospital
A young man in his early 30s suffered a severe spinal injury in July 2023 and underwent cervical and spinal surgery in his home country. Months later, he was left with severe lower body numbness, minimal sensation, and very limited arm movement. He could stand only with support, required a urinary catheter, and depended largely on others for care.
In April 2025, he was admitted to a leading hospital in Thailand for rehabilitation, but there was no significant improvement. His condition remained critical bedridden, arm strength grade 3, leg strength grade 1, and feeding himself with a liquid diet.
His family consulted our spine surgeon, who recommended an advanced plan: Spinal Cord Stimulation combined with a comprehensive rehabilitation program. The patient was admitted to Chularat 3 International Hospital in May 2025.
From a bedridden patient, through expert spinal stimulation and intensive therapy, he gradually regained arm and leg movement and began robot-assisted gait training.
By December 2025, his daily improvements reflected a near-miraculous recovery, restoring not only movement but also hope and independence. This case exemplifies how expert care, innovation, and determination can transform even the most severe spinal injuries.
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