Precise management system for chronic intractable pain patients implanted with spinal cord stimulation based on a remote programming platform: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial (PreMaSy study).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a surgical technique used in patients with chronic intractable pain, and its effectiveness and safety have been validated by multiple studies. However, to maintain an optimal and steady long-term effect is still challenging. Here, we report a new management paradigm integrating smartphone application and remote programming. Chronic pain patients with SCS implants can monitor their pain status on the phone and change stimulation parameters accordingly. The PreMaSy study is a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the clinical effectiveness and safety of this precise management system.

Methods

Patients with chronic intractable pain will be screened for eligibility, and 82 participants are anticipated to be enrolled in this trial. Af

SUBMITTER: Cheng Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10494385 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature