Home Spinal Cord Stimulation
If you are experiencing back, neck, arm, or leg pain that affects your daily activities, a consultation can help determine the underlying cause and appropriate next steps. Dr. Silky Patel is a double board-certified pain management physician in Houston who focuses on the evaluation of spine-related conditions.
Dr. Patel performs a thorough assessment, which may include a physical exam and review of imaging, to better understand the source of symptoms. Based on the diagnosis, she discusses personalized, non-surgical options designed to help reduce pain and improve function.
In certain cases, advanced interventional options such as spinal cord stimulation or peripheral nerve stimulation may be considered as part of a comprehensive care plan, depending on the patient’s condition and prior treatments.
Scheduling a consultation allows you to explore appropriate options based on your evaluation and individual needs.
Spinal cord stimulation is an interventional procedure that may be considered for certain patients with persistent spine-related or nerve-related symptoms. It involves the use of a small device that delivers mild electrical signals to specific areas near the spinal cord.
This approach is typically considered after a thorough evaluation and when other non-surgical options have been explored. The device is placed under the skin and works by modifying how pain signals are perceived. Patients may be able to adjust settings within prescribed parameters based on their comfort.
Spinal cord stimulation may be discussed as part of a personalized care plan designed to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients, depending on the condition being evaluated. Dr. Silky Patel performs a detailed assessment to determine whether this option is appropriate based on individual symptoms, prior treatments, and diagnostic findings.
If you are experiencing ongoing symptoms that affect your daily activities, scheduling a consultation can help determine whether spinal cord stimulation or other options may be appropriate based on your evaluation.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Silky Patel to discuss which options may be appropriate based on your evaluation and individual needs.
Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) is an interventional procedure that may be considered for certain patients with nerve-related symptoms. It involves placing a small device near a targeted peripheral nerve to deliver mild electrical signals.
This approach is different from spinal cord stimulation in terms of where the device is placed. Peripheral nerve stimulation focuses on specific nerves outside the spinal cord and may be considered based on the patient’s condition and symptoms.
The device is typically placed using a minimally invasive approach, and patients may be able to adjust settings within prescribed parameters based on their comfort.
Peripheral nerve stimulation may be discussed as part of a personalized care plan designed to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients. Dr. Silky Patel performs a detailed evaluation to determine whether this option is appropriate based on the patient’s diagnosis, prior treatments, and overall condition.
If you are experiencing ongoing nerve-related symptoms, scheduling a consultation can help determine whether peripheral nerve stimulation or other options may be appropriate based on your evaluation.
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Spinal cord stimulation is typically considered after a thorough evaluation and discussion of available options. Dr. Silky Patel reviews the patient’s symptoms, medical history, and prior treatments to determine whether this approach may be appropriate.
If spinal cord stimulation is being considered, patients may first undergo a trial period to assess how the therapy works for their specific condition. Based on the response, further steps may be discussed.
The procedure is performed using image guidance in a controlled setting. Local anesthesia may be used during the process, and patients are monitored throughout.
Dr. Patel provides detailed instructions and guidance before and after the procedure. The goal is to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients as part of a personalized care plan. Results vary depending on the individual.
To learn more about spinal cord stimulation, you can explore educational resources or schedule a consultation to discuss whether this option may be appropriate based on your evaluation.
Spinal cord stimulation may be considered for certain patients experiencing persistent spine-related or nerve-related symptoms. Dr. Silky Patel performs a detailed evaluation to determine whether this option may be appropriate based on the patient’s condition, prior treatments, and diagnostic findings.
In some cases, a trial period may be used to assess how the therapy works for the individual. Based on the patient’s response, further steps may be discussed as part of a personalized care plan.
Dr. Patel provides guidance throughout the process, including follow-up evaluation to monitor response and discuss next steps. The goal is to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients. Results vary depending on the individual.
To learn more, you can explore additional educational resources or schedule a consultation to discuss whether spinal cord stimulation may be appropriate based on your evaluation.
Spinal cord stimulation may be considered as part of a personalized care plan for certain patients with persistent spine-related or nerve-related symptoms. This option is typically discussed after a thorough evaluation and review of prior treatments.
Following evaluation, patients may be able to adjust device settings within prescribed parameters based on comfort. Dr. Silky Patel provides guidance throughout the process, including follow-up assessment to monitor response and discuss next steps.
Spinal cord stimulation may be considered for symptoms associated with:
Peripheral nerve stimulation may be considered as part of a personalized care plan for certain patients with nerve-related symptoms affecting different areas of the body. This option is typically discussed after a thorough evaluation and review of prior treatments.
The procedure involves placing a small device near a targeted peripheral nerve to deliver mild electrical signals. Patients may be able to adjust settings within prescribed parameters based on comfort.
Dr. Silky Patel evaluates each patient individually to determine whether peripheral nerve stimulation may be appropriate based on the condition being assessed.
Peripheral nerve stimulation may be considered for symptoms associated with:
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Silky Patel to discuss options that may help reduce pain and improve function based on your evaluation.
Dr. Silky Patel is a double board-certified pain management physician in Houston, TX with over 15 years of experience in interventional spine and musculoskeletal care. She focuses on evaluating conditions such as facet arthrosis, sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction, and degenerative disc changes, and offers personalized, non-surgical options designed to help reduce pain and improve function. Based on your evaluation and diagnosis, a range of interventional and non-surgical options may be considered, including:
Living with chronic pain can affect every part of your life. Our team offers personalized, evidence-based care designed to help reduce pain and improve function based on your individual evaluation.
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This type of injection places numbing medicine at the nerves of the neck and back arthritic joints. For example, facet arthropathy, spondylosis, or spine arthritis, can occur in the neck or low back. After a test block, known as a medial branch block, proves effective, Radiofrequency Ablation can be performed.
Having enough experience in practicing non-surgical procedures, Dr. Patel has remarkable expertise in joint injections. Joint injections may be considered as an option to help reduce pain and inflammation in certain patients based on their evaluation and diagnosis.
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Dr. Silky Patel may recommend Electromyography EMG and nerve conduction studies (NCS) are used to evaluate nerve and muscle function as part of the diagnostic process. Nerve or muscle diseases such as a pinched spinal nerve, peripheral neuropathy, myositis, and carpal tunnel syndrome can be easily identified by performing EMG/NCS tests.
Botox injections may be considered for certain conditions such as muscle-related pain or spasms based on clinical evaluation. Botox injections may also be considered as part of a management plan for certain patients based on evaluation.
The Vertiflex procedure may be considered for certain patients with lumbar spinal stenosis based on evaluation and diagnosis. This minimally invasive procedure involves placing an implant in the spine to help relieve pressure associated with certain positions such as standing or walking.
The MILD procedure may be considered for certain patients with lumbar spinal stenosis who experience difficulty with standing or walking, and may help reduce pain and improve function. Dr. Patel takes proper care of patients while practicing this safe outpatient “Minimally Invasive Lumbar decompression” MILD procedure.
The SI joint is where the spinal column meets the pelvis, and this joint can become inflamed, causing SI joint pain. SI joint pain can feel like low back pain and can sometimes track down the leg. SI joint pain is caused by arthritis, and can also be felt during and after pregnancy. Dr Patel can inject your SI joint to help decrease your pain.
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Spinal cord stimulation is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that may be considered for certain patients with spine-related or nerve-related symptoms. It involves a small device that delivers mild electrical signals near the spinal cord and may be included as part of a personalized care plan designed to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients.
The procedure uses a device to deliver controlled electrical signals to targeted areas identified during evaluation. This approach is performed using imaging guidance, and settings may be adjusted within prescribed parameters based on patient comfort. Dr. Gunjan Silky Patel determines whether this option is appropriate based on clinical findings and prior treatments.
Patients with persistent spine-related or nerve-related symptoms may be evaluated to determine whether spinal cord stimulation is appropriate. Candidacy depends on the patient’s condition, prior treatments, and diagnostic findings. A trial period may be discussed as part of the evaluation process.
Spinal cord stimulation is generally considered a low-risk option when performed by a qualified physician. As with any procedure, there are potential risks. Dr. Silky Patel uses image-guided techniques and follows standard safety protocols throughout the process.
Spinal cord stimulation may be considered for symptoms associated with spine-related or nerve-related conditions, including persistent back or leg pain, nerve-related symptoms, or pain following prior spine procedures. Recommendations are based on individual evaluation and diagnosis.
Recovery experience can vary depending on the individual and the procedure performed. Dr. Silky Patel provides specific aftercare instructions and follow-up based on each patient’s response and condition.
Responses to spinal cord stimulation can vary. The goal is to help reduce pain and improve function in certain patients. Results depend on the individual and the condition being evaluated.
Insurance coverage for spinal cord stimulation varies depending on the provider and plan. Dr. Patel’s office can assist with verifying benefits and discussing financial considerations prior to scheduling.
