Kansas City, Kan- Stevie Rose, a 34-year-old mom and vocal coach, shared her journey of chronic pain relief after receiving a spinal cord stimulator.

Following a severe car crash at 16 and a diagnosis of muscular dystrophy, Stevie endured numerous surgeries and painkillers.

Dr. Usman Latif at the University of Kansas Health System suggested the stimulator, which provided nearly 100% pain relief.

The device, implanted via a minor surgery, uses AI to adjust treatment based on patient feedback.

It's estimated that 60 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, with 6 million potentially benefiting from stimulators.

Stevie Rose, patient

• Stevie describes the impact of chronic pain on her daily life, including difficulty in performing simple tasks and the emotional toll of being a mom.
• She shares her journey of multiple surgeries, painkillers, and the eventual introduction to Dr. Usman Latif, who suggested a spinal cord stimulator.
• Stevie shares her positive experience with the stimulator, noting significant improvements in her ability to perform daily activities and spend time with her family.

Dr. Usman Latif, Pain Management Specialist, The University of Kansas Health System

• Dr. Latif describes the surgical procedure for implanting a spinal cord stimulator, including the placement of electrodes and the battery.
• He encourages viewers to seek medical advice if they are suffering from chronic pain and not making progress with current treatments.
• Dr. Latif explains the role of AI in adjusting the stimulator's program based on patient feedback and the potential for long-term pain relief.

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