A New Lease on Life: Patient Shares Her Success with Spinal Cord Stimulation Therapy

At Washington Pain Center, we understand how chronic pain can take over every part of your life—from walking to sleeping to simply feeling like yourself. But thanks to medical innovation, long-term relief is possible, even for patients who’ve tried everything else.

 
 

Meet Ms. Cohen: Finding Hope After Years of Pain

Ms. Cohen had been battling chronic knee pain and lower back issues for years. Despite undergoing multiple injections and therapies, she still experienced sharp, stabbing pains that made daily life difficult—especially walking for any extended period.

But things changed dramatically after trying a Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) trial using Abbott’s advanced SCS device—one of the smallest and most precise on the market.

“This has been the best thing that’s happened to me in a few years,” she said, beaming with enthusiasm.

What Is a Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial?

A spinal cord stimulator trial involves temporarily placing thin leads near the spinal cord to deliver gentle electrical pulses that disrupt pain signals before they reach the brain. The trial helps patients determine whether long-term SCS implantation is right for them—without committing to permanent surgery.

Her Results: From Pain to Possibility

Ms. Cohen reported:

  • A dramatic reduction in sharp pain

  • Increased mobility and comfort on long walks

  • Only mild aching, which was tolerable and non-disruptive

  • A straightforward, low-discomfort trial experience

“I wish I had done this sooner,” she reflected.

The only inconvenience? Not being able to shower for a few days during the trial—a small tradeoff for the life-changing benefits she experienced.

Is SCS Right for You?

Spinal Cord Stimulation is often recommended for:

  • Failed back surgery syndrome

  • Chronic back or leg pain

  • Neuropathic pain

  • Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)

  • Pain unresponsive to other treatments

And as Ms. Cohen’s story shows, it can dramatically improve quality of life.

Let’s Talk About What’s Next

If chronic pain is holding you back, we invite you to explore whether Spinal Cord Stimulation could be your solution.

 FDA-approved
 Minimally invasive trial
 Covered by many insurance providers

 Schedule a consultation today to learn more.

📍 Visit us at dcpaindoc.com

📞 Call (202) 883-8001 to schedule a consultation.

John Dombrowski, MD The Washington Pain Center