In spinal cord stimulation (SCS), most outcome data are based on patient questionnaires. The lack of tools for objective evaluation of the effects of SCS on chronic pain has posed a barrier for providing solid proof of the therapy. Currently, however, SCS-devices with an accelerator included are available on the market. The position orientation data provided by the neurostimulator therefore gives new possibilities for objective measurement of gross activity in daily life.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Refractory chronic pain in low-back and/or legs that persists for at least 6 months following the most recent spinal surgery
* 18-70 years of age. Patients \>70 years will not be included due to the reduction in general activity level that is usually seen in older patient cohorts.
* Mean pain intensity should be 5 or higher measured on a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).
* Patient has been informed of the study procedures and has given written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Expected inability of patients to receive or properly operate the spinal cord stimulation system
* History of coagulation disorders, lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis
* Addiction to drugs, alcohol (5E/day) and/or medication
* Evidence of an active disruptive psychiatric disorder or other known condition significant enough to impact perception of pain, compliance to intervention and/or ability to evaluate treatment outcome as determined by investigator
* Active malignancy
* Life expectancy \< 1 year
* Local infection or other skin disorder at site of incision
* Pregnancy
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Position reporting: Intellis SnapShot Reporting
Timeframe: Change from baseline Intellis SnapShot Reporting at 12 months