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Living with an SCS System

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Your Boston Scientific Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) system is designed to help you get long-term pain relief in different parts of your body, so you can get back to your daily activities and feel like yourself again. It’s important to take some time to review the basics and learn important safety information.

Using Your Remote

Find out how to use your remote control and store and clean it.

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Charging Your System

Get step-by-step instructions for using your charging system and learn how to safely store and clean your charger.

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Stimulation Safety

See important information about when it is safe to have your stimulation switched on, and when to make sure you turn it off.

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Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Safety

Learn how electromagnetic interference (EMI) from some electrical items may affect your SCS system.

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Medical Procedures

Get information about MRI compatibility and find out which medical procedures could affect or damage your SCS system.

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Spinal Cord Stimulation Success Story

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Watch Kevin's Story
 

Resources and Support

Using Your Remote
Charging Your System
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Safety
MRI Information and Safety
Find a Pain Management Specialist
Pain.com
Inspiring Real Stories from Other People
Log Your Pain with the PainScale App
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
 
Patient and Caregiver Support

We're Here to Help

If you have any questions about your Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) system, give us a call. We’re happy to help.

Phone: (866) 360-4747
Hours: M-F, 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific
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