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ELECTRICAL STIMULATION. The energy created by a pulse generator.
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI). Electromagnetic signals that interfere with a variety of
electrical signals including spinal cord stimulation.
IMPLANT. Small electrical pulse generator used to control stimulation.
INCISION. Small surgical cut or opening in the skin.
IPG. Implantable Pulse Generator
LEAD. An insulated surgically implanted wire that sends electrical stimulation pulses from a pulse generator to
the spinal cord.
LEAD MIGRATION. The movement of a lead away from its original location.
LEVEL. Term often used to identify the amplitude or strength of stimulation pulses.
MRI. Magnetic Resonance Imaging; the use of a nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer to produce
electronic images of tissues and organs.
PARESTHESIA. Sensation that may be produced by electrical stimulation.
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