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Long-Term, Post-Deep Brain Stimulation Management of a Series of 36 Patients Affected With Refractory Gilles de la Tourette SyndromeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is a complex neuropsychiatric disorder with a significant prevalence in the general population. More than 50% of the patients with TS present a behavioral comorbidity, and anxiety and depression are, to various degrees, associated to this "waxing and waning" clinical picture. DBS in our experience proved to be a valid treatment modality for those patients who fail to respond to conservative treatment modalities. A multidisciplinary team is nevertheless necessary to properly handle this complex therapeutic option. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Domenico Servello, Marco Sassi, Arianna Brambilla, Stefano Defendi, Mauro Porta Source Type: journals

Novel Approach for Peripheral Subcutaneous Field Stimulation for the Treatment of Severe, Chronic Knee Joint Pain After Total Knee ArthroplastyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Introduction of a peripheral subcutaneous field stimulation directly to the painful knee area is a novel and simple procedure that was extremely effective for the relief of pain and may provide a breakthrough in the treatment of chronic intractable knee pain following total knee arthroplasty. The periarticular approach has several advantages, including only small incisions over the lateral and medial knee, proximal thigh and abdomen resulting in minimal strain on the lead array with flexion and extension contributing to overall stability of this system. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: William Porter McRoberts, Martin Roche Source Type: journals

Accuracy and Efficacy of Intrathecal Administration of Morphine Sulfate for Treatment of Intractable Pain Using the Prometra® Programmable PumpEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. The Prometra pump provides an accurate, effective, and safe system for intrathecal administration of morphine sulfate for treatment of chronic intractable pain. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Richard Rauck, Timothy Deer, Steve Rosen, Gurpreet Padda, John Barsa, Elmer Dunbar, Gopala Dwarakanath Source Type: journals

Intrathecal Inflammatory Masses: Is the Yearly Opioid Dose Increase an Early Indicator?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. This is the first detailed study showing an association of diamorphine with granulomas. This study supports the previous finding of intrathecal opioid dose being a risk factor for intrathecal granulomas and clonidine being protective. In addition we have found that the yearly increase in opioid dose is a risk factor for granulomas and could serve as an indicator for closer surveillance. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Rui V. Duarte, Jon H. Raphael, Jane L. Southall, Candice Baker, Dalvina Hanu-Cernat Source Type: journals

Lead Wire Fracture Associated With Normal Therapeutic Impedance Measurements in a Patient With a Kinetra NeurostimulatorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Impedance measurements are not absolutely reliable for the detection of hardware malfunction in a patient with a Kinetra neurostimulator. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Sierra Farris, Monique Lillian Giroux Source Type: journals

Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation Improves Saccades in Parkinson's DiseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. These results demonstrate that STN DBS has differential effects on the parameters of visually guided and internally generated saccades. These effects may be mediated by the influence of STN DBS on cortical ocular motor areas, the basal ganglia, ocular motor loop, or downstream structures such as the brainstem saccade generating circuits. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 13, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Adrian P. Fawcett, Esther G. González, Elena Moro, Martin J. Steinbach, Andres M. Lozano, William D. Hutchison Source Type: journals

Somatic Afferent Modulation of Thoracic (T9-T10) Spinal Neurons Receiving Gastric Mechanical Input in RatsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Peripheral somatic afferent information utilizes central pathways to modulate gastric afferent processing in T9-T10 spinal neurons. Thus, somatic afferent stimulation might be used to treat gastric pain and/or hypersensitivity. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 6, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Chao Qin, Jiande D.Z. Chen, Jing Zhang, Robert D. Foreman Source Type: journals

Power Output During Functional Electrically Stimulated Cycling in Trained Spinal Cord Injured PeopleEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Peak PO was lower than expected in trained SCI people. Muscle recruitment and efficiency during FES cycling require optimization to improve PO. An MST is a more convenient and informative measure of PO during FES cycling. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 5, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Lynsey Diane Duffell, Nick de Neufville Donaldson, Di Jane Newham Source Type: journals

Recurrent Seizures Related to Motor Cortex Stimulator ProgrammingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Despite the overall safety of MCS for the treatment of chronic pain, seizures during and after programming are a serious risk that should be anticipated. In this group of patients, seizures were associated only with stimulus rates between 70 and 90 Hz. No patient developed chronic epilepsy from the stimulation. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - November 5, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Jaimie M. Henderson, Gary Heit, Robert S. Fisher Source Type: journals

Cutaneous Herpes Zoster and Implantable Pulse GeneratorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. He had excellent recovery of HZ lesions and related pain after specific antiviral therapy. The importance of a correct diagnosis of this unusual complication is outlined in order to minimize the risk of debilitating chronic HZ-associated pain. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - October 29, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Luigi Michele Romito, Alberto Albanese Source Type: journals

Ultrasound Imaging and Occipital Nerve StimulationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Ultrasound imaging has been used increasingly for peripheral nerve blockade in surgical anesthesia and in chronic pain management as it allows real-time localization of both nervous and vascular structures (color flow Doppler) and, thus, a method for increasing blockade precision and safety. As an adjunct to ONS, the position of the introducer needles and electrodes can be visualized in relation to the occipital nerves and vasculature. This reproducible positioning allows accurate depth of placement (assuring production of the prerequisite PNS dermatomal paresthesia required for ONS efficacy) and limits the ri...
Source: Neuromodulation - October 29, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Ioannis Skaribas, Kenneth Alo' Source Type: journals

Cholecystokinin-8 Antagonizes Electroacupuncture Analgesia Through Its B Receptor in the Caudate NucleusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Our results suggest that CCK-8 antagonize EA analgesia through its B receptor. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - October 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Chun-Xiao Yang, Tie-Feng Shi, Qing-Cheng Liang, Bao-Feng Yang, Run-Sheng Jiao, Hui Zhang, Ying Zhang, Man-Ying Xu Source Type: journals

Lumbar Sympathetic Chain Neuromodulation with Implanted Electrodes for Long-Term Pain Relief in Loin Pain Haematuria SyndromeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. Our experience shows that lumbar sympathetic chain neuromodulation in intractable LPHS not amenable to conservative therapy is a reasonable alternative before radical interventions. More experience is needed in multiple centers before its recommendation for refractory LPHS. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - September 9, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Teodor Goroszeniuk, Riaz Khan, Sandesha Kothari Source Type: journals

Thermogram in Spinal Cord Stimulation with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and a Review of the LiteratureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. We experienced that improvement of blood flow as result of SCS in CRPS. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - September 3, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Billy Keon Huh, Chan-Hong Park, Matthew Ranson, Garlon Lee Campbell, Jason Ravanbakht Source Type: journals

Facilitation of Percutaneous Trial Lead Placement with Ultrasound Guidance for Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Trial of Ilioinguinal Neuralgia: A Technical NoteEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. More studies are needed to further qualify the role of ultrasound in isolating peripheral nerves, but the success of trial stimulation in these two cases holds promise for continued advancements in the field of neuromodulation. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - September 2, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Alexios Carayannopoulos, Ralph Beasley, Brian Sites Source Type: journals

Gastric Electrical Stimulation with Long Pulses in Humans and Animals: Can Data Obtained in Animals be Replicated in Humans?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. There is no significant difference in stimulation parameters when GES is applied to alter gastric slow waves in different animal models. Furthermore, the effective parameters for GES to alter slow waves are similar between the humans and various animal models. These findings suggest that stimulation parameters obtained from animal studies are applicable in humans. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - September 2, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Geng-Qing Song, Yong Lei, Xiaohong Xu, Jiande D.Z. Chen Source Type: journals

Effects of Electrode Implantation Angle on Thalamic Stimulation for Treatment of TremorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. We report on the case of a patient who showed different effects on tremor depending on the trajectory angle of the DBS electrode to the AC[ndash]PC line. The insertion trajectory of the DBS electrode may be an important factor for the treatment of tremor. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - September 1, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Kazutaka Kobayashi, Yoichi Katayama, Koichiro Sumi, Toshiharu Otaka, Toshiki Obuchi, Toshikazu Kano, Takafumi Nagaoka, Hideki Oshima, Chikashi Fukaya, Takamitsu Yamamoto, Hideki Atsumi Source Type: journals

Deep Brain Stimulation, Free Markets and the Scientific Commons: Is It Time to Revisit the Bayh-Dole Act of 1980?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Neuromodulation - August 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Joseph J. Fins Source Type: journals

Spinal Cord Stimulation in the First Two Trimesters of Pregnancy: Case Report and Review of the LiteratureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. SCS seems to be safe in the first two trimesters of pregnancy based on these two case reports and the abdominal wall should be avoided as a site for IPG implantation in these patients. However, more cases are required to establish the safety of SCS in pregnancy. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 25, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Ankur Saxena, M. Sam Eljamel Source Type: journals

Deep Brain Stimulation for EpilepsyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. The reduction in the number and/or severity of seizures found in some studies supports further investigation into the effects of electrical stimulation on the brain and the continuation of testing in animals and humans. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 24, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Sean Jeremy Nagel, Imad Michel Najm Source Type: journals

The Laparoscopic Implantation of Neuroprothesis to the Sacral Plexus for Therapy of Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunctions After Failure of Percutaneous Sacral Nerve StimulationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Our results underscore that the sacral LION procedure to the sacral plexus is effective and safe for treatment divers neurogenic bladder dysfunctions even after failure of the classical percutaneous technique of implantation. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 23, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Marc Possover Source Type: journals

Effects of Thalamic Reticular Nucleus Electrical Stimulation in Rats in a T-maze Perseverative Behavior Model Induced by 8-OH-DPATEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Electrical stimulation with the low-frequency group was the only group that after manipulation with 8-OH-DPAT showed a decrease in perseverative behavior, even close to baseline. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Pablo Andrade, José D. Carrillo-Ruiz, Ylián Ramírez, Fiacro Jiménez Source Type: journals

Effect of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation on Primary DysmenorrheaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. This result supports that women in our country who suffer from primary dysmenorrhea could benefit by using TENS, which is consistent with the previous studies. In addition to pain-relieving effects, relief of the autonomic symptoms associated with dysmenorrhea also indicated that the mechanism of TENS might be different from the placebo effect of the sham TENS stimulation. These findings indicate the immediate effects of TENS in women with primary dysmenorrheal. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Shwu-Fen Wang, Jo-Ping Lee, Hsiao-Lin Hwa Source Type: journals

Normalization of Central Cord Syndrome Spinal Cord Injury Urodynamics After Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy: A Case ReportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. Although the main indication for intrathecal baclofen therapy is spasticity, improved urodynamics can be an additional benefit in central cord syndrome spinal cord injury. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Adam L. Schreiber, Guy W. Fried, Christopher S. Formal Source Type: journals

Use of Peripheral Subcutaneous Field Stimulation for the Treatment of Axial Neck Pain: A Case ReportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. PSFS represents a new and promising modality in treatment of axial neck pain. Exact mechanism of the pain relief remains unclear. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Eugene G. Lipov, Jaydeep R. Joshi, Sarah Sanders, Konstantin V. Slavin Source Type: journals

Subcapsular Relocation for Sacral Neuromodulation Pulse Generator Implant RevisionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Utilizing the capsule presumably improves defects in skin microcirculation, but also creates additional cushion superior to the pulse generator, helping to counteract the vertical mechanical forces of the pulse generator. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Ted M. Roth Source Type: journals

Long-Term Follow-Up Study of Chronic Deep Brain Stimulation of the Subthalamic Nucleus for Cervical DystoniaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. DBS therapy for cervical dystonia utilizing the STN as the surgical target may be novel and may be an alternative target to the globus pallidus internus as supported by this first long-term outcome report. Further studies need to be performed to confirm these conclusions. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Peter A. Pahapill, Barbara O'Connell Source Type: journals

Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Intractable Epilepsy: Outcomes in Children and AdultsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. These results suggest that VNS may be a more effective treatment in children with intractable epilepsy than in adults. It remains difficult to predict which patients will respond to VNS therapy. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Won Chul Namgung, Tae Sung Ko, Sang-Ahm Lee, Joong Ku Kang, Seok Ho Hong, Il Young Shin, Jung-Kyo Lee Source Type: journals

Inhibition of Histamine-Induced Bronchoconstriction in Guinea Pig and Swine by Pulsed Electrical Vagus Nerve StimulationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. This study suggests that VN stimulation can reduce bronchoconstriction and may prove useful as a rescue therapy in the treatment of acute asthma. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - August 19, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Thomas J. Hoffmann, Steven Mendez, Peter Staats, Charles W. Emala, Puyun Guo Source Type: journals

NANS Training Requirements for Spinal Cord Stimulation Devices: Selection, Implantation, and Follow-upEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Neuromodulation - June 29, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Jaimie M. Henderson, Robert M. Levy, Marshall D. Bedder, Peter S. Staats, Konstantin V. Slavin, Lawrence R. Poree, Richard B. North Tags: Policy Statement Source Type: journals

Dredging for the AnchorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Sandeep Kapur, Hirachand Mutagi, Jon H. Raphael, Dalvina Hanu-Cernat Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: journals

Transforaminal Nerve Root Stimulation: A Technical ReportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. We describe a method of transforaminal nerve root stimulation that can be easily implemented by providers using the standard tools available to them. Transforaminal nerve root stimulation may be appropriate for patients in whom more traditional approaches such as spinal cord stimulation or peripheral nerve stimulation are suboptimal. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Raqeeb Haque, Christopher J. Winfree Tags: Technical Reports Source Type: journals

Revision of a Superficially Migrated Percutaneous Occipital Nerve Stimulator Electrode Using a Minimally Invasive TechniqueEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. This case demonstrates a new safer technique for revision of a superficially migrated occipital nerve stimulator lead. The technique is a more direct and simple solution to a common problem in the percutaneous placement of occipital nerve stimulators. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: James A. Craig Jr, Marc D. Fisicaro, Linqiu Zhou Tags: Technical Reports Source Type: journals

Electromagnetic Navigation Technology for More Precise Electrode Placement in the Foramen Ovale: A Technical ReportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This study is to develop a technique using electromagnetic (EM) navigation as a guidance technique for interventional pain management, using CT and/or magnetic resonance (MRI) images uploaded on the navigation station. Methods. One of the best documented interventional procedures for the management of trigeminal neuralgia is percutaneous radiofrequency treatment of the Gasserian ganglion. EM navigation software for intracranial applications already exists. We developed a technique using a stylet with two magnetic coils suitable for EM navigation. The procedure is followed in real time on a computer screen where the patient...
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Jean-Pierre Van Buyten, Iris Smet, Erik Van de Kelft Tags: Technical Reports Source Type: journals

Spinal Cord Stimulation and Thalamic Pain: Long-term Results of Eight CasesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Despite previous adverse reports, certain cases of thalamic pain can be effectively alleviated through SCS. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Jose A. Lopez, Luis M. Torres, Francisco Gala, Irene Iglesias Tags: Retrospective Analyses Source Type: journals

Spinal Cord Stimulation: A 20-Year Retrospective Analysis in 260 PatientsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. In conclusion, we demonstrated the utility over time of this type of treatment is comparable with other series of efficacy of SCS. The analgesic efficacy was close to 65% in the overall group. The therapy was not free of complications. The preponderance of our patients was patients with the diagnosis of PVD and our results in this group of patients were excellent. These excellent results of more than 90% improvement suggest to us that SCS be considered as a first-line approach to the clinical management of patients with pain and ulcer of PVD. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Enrique Reig, David Abejón Tags: Retrospective Analyses Source Type: journals

Functional Electrical Stimulation-Supported Interval Training Following Sensorimotor-Complete Spinal Cord Injury: A Case SeriesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. FES-supported interval training offers a useful and effective strategy for strength-endurance improvement in the large muscle groups of the lower limb in motor-complete SCI. We believe that this training protocol offers a viable alternative to that of continuous walking training in people with SCI using FES to aid ambulation. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Jack Crosbie, Michael Russold, Jacqui Raymond, James W Middleton, Glen M. Davis Tags: Case Reports and Series Source Type: journals

The Glass Half Empty or Half Full—How Effective Are Long-Term Intrathecal Opioids in Post-herpetic Neuralgia? A Case Series and Review of the LiteratureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. In conclusion, while a complex therapy, long-term use of intrathecal opioids is well tolerated, doses are titratable, administration is safe, and may help relieve severe short- and long-term neuropathic pain in selected PHN patients. Whether the addition of newer investigational intrathecal agents could improve these results is yet to be determined. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Andrew Zacest, Valerie C. Anderson, Kim J. Burchiel Tags: Case Reports and Series Source Type: journals

Ultrasound-Guided Localization of Difficult-to-Access Refill Port of the Intrathecal Pump ReservoirEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. This is a successful demonstration of ultrasound guidance to facilitate access to a difficult-to-access refill port of a pump reservoir secondary to the formation of a seroma. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Hariharan Shankar Tags: Case Reports and Series Source Type: journals

Successful Treatment of Chronic Neuropathic Pain With Subcutaneous Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: Four Case ReportsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. The use of subcutaneous peripheral nerve stimulation as a viable treatment alternative in certain cases of chronic neuropathic pain should continue to be rigorously evaluated. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Mazin Al Tamimi, Heather Rachel Davids, Matthew M. Langston, Jason Krutsch, Alexander Yakovlev, Giancarlo Barolat Tags: Case Reports and Series Source Type: journals

Subcutaneous Peripheral Nerve Stimulation With Paddle Lead for Treatment of Low Back Pain: Case ReportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. He had excellent stimulation and reduction of his pain after the device was replaced with an insulated subcutaneous paddle lead. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Joe Ordia, Julien Vaisman Tags: Case Reports and Series Source Type: journals

The Deep Brain Stimulation of the Pedunculopontine Tegmental NucleusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. The surgical targeting of the pedunculopontine tegmental nucleus requires a careful adaptation of the traditional stereotactic approaches owing to the high variability of brainstem anatomy from one patient to another. The insertion of the leads in the pedunculopontine tegmental nucleus as well as their activation did not appear to induce serious adverse effects. The correct positioning of stimulating electrodes in pontine structures such as the pedunculopontine nucleus may be ascertained not only through neuroimaging techniques but also through clinical neurophysiology. The evolution of the surgical planning t...
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Paolo Mazzone, Angelo Insola, Stefano Sposato, Eugenio Scarnati Tags: Review Articles Source Type: journals

Functional Electrical Stimulation Control of Standing and Stepping After Spinal Cord Injury: A Review of Technical CharacteristicsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Progress in the development of closed-loop FES walking systems has been impeded by their lack of practicality. In the near future, this obstacle could be overcome via implanted systems, especially if using controllers based on deterministic rule sets derived from motion sensor feedback. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Gustavo P. Braz, Michael Russold, Glen M. Davis Tags: Review Articles Source Type: journals

Neuromodulation of the Pudendal, Hypogastric, and Tibial Nerves With Pelvic Floor Muscle Rehabilitation in the Treatment of Urinary Urge IncontinenceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions. Neuromodulation of the pudendal, hypogastric, and tibial nerves is a highly effective treatment for urge incontinence, and superior to either treatment alone by a factor of greater than two times (see Table 1). (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - June 27, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Earl A. Surwit, Jill Campbell, Kathy Karaszewski Tags: Prospective Study Source Type: journals

Response to Weinmann and Sparrow "Heat Flow from Rechargeable Neuromodulation Systems into Surrounding Media"Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Neuromodulation - April 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Hugh Larsen Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: journals

Intrathecal Morphine Therapy-Related Granulomas: Faster to Grow than ThoughtEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Complications of intrathecal drug delivery are relatively rare. Of these, infections, cutaneous erosion, and granulomas account for the most common complications. The latter is often noticed when the patient shows signs of sedation and/or reduced pain relief. Granulomas have always been considered to develop over a long period of time, usually calculated in months. Here, we present a case where a catheter-tip granuloma formed within 5 weeks of intrathecal morphine. The patient was carrying an intrathecal pump for 3 months when it was diagnosed. Probable causes of the formation are discussed. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - April 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Vincent Jourdain, Léo Cantin, Michel Prud'Homme, Marie-Pierre Fournier-Gosselin Tags: Case Reports Source Type: journals

Rare Side-effects during Spinal Cord Stimulation: Gastrointestinal SymptomsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In current medical literature, most reported complications during spinal cord stimulation (SCS) concern technical problems, such as malfunction, migration or breakage of the lead, or internal pulse generator dysfunction, while reports about side-effects caused by SCS are rare. In this clinical report, we describe uncommon and unexplained gastrointestinal (GI) side-effects of constipation, abdominal pain, and distension during SCS in a patient suffering for chronic neuropathic pain caused by failed back surgery syndrome. These GI symptoms disappeared after suspension of SCS and were reduced if the stimulation settings were ...
Source: Neuromodulation - April 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Marco La Grua Tags: Case Reports Source Type: journals

Epidural Neurostimulation of Posterior Funiculi for the Treatment of Buerger's DiseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion. Neurostimulation of the posterior funiculi could be considered not only as palliative care but also as a therapeutic option. (Source: Neuromodulation)
Source: Neuromodulation - April 20, 2009 Category: Neurology Authors: Lorena Vaquer Quiles, Lucrecia Blasco González, Juan Asensio Samper, Vicente Luis Villanueva Pérez, María Dolores López Alarcón, José De Andrés Ibáñez Tags: Case Reports Source Type: journals