Common Questions About Medtronic Pain Therapies

It's likely you have questions about Medtronic Pain Therapies and whether a therapy might be right for you.

Use our list to check the questions you'd like to ask your doctor. Then, print the list to make sure you have all the information you need at your next appointment.

  • Please explain neurostimulation and/or drug delivery therapy to me.
    Am I a good candidate for these therapies? Why or why not?
    What are my other treatment options?
    How will this therapy manage my pain?
    What are the benefits of this therapy for me?
    What are the risks involved with this therapy?
    Are these therapies covered by insurance?
    Are these therapies safe and effective?
  • What is a screening test?
    Why is a screening test important?
    Will the screening test be painful?
    How long does the screening test take?
    Can I take medications during my screening test?
    Can I go about my daily activities during the test?
  • Where will the procedure take place?
    What happens during the procedure?
    Will the procedure be painful?
    How long will it take me to recover from the procedure?
    What type of activity restrictions will I have during the recovery period?
  • How might using a neurostimulation system or drug delivery system impact my daily life?
    Will other people be able to see the system?
    Will I be able to go through metal detectors or other similar devices?
    What if I no longer need the therapy or I want to stop it?

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Last updated: 24 Nov 2009