Am I a Good Candidate for PNS Therapy? Eligibility Criteria Explained

🔑 Quick Answer

You're an ideal candidate for PNS therapy if you have chronic neuropathic pain lasting 6+ months, have tried and failed conservative treatments (medications, physical therapy), and have Medicare or insurance coverage. Specific conditions that respond well to PNS include diabetic neuropathy, post-surgical nerve pain, peripheral neuropathy, and chronic regional pain syndrome. At Eagle Rock Neuropathy and Pain Center in Idaho Falls, 90-95% of qualified candidates experience significant pain relief. Contraindications include active infection, certain heart conditions with pacemakers, and pregnancy. We offer free eligibility assessments to determine if PNS is right for you.

Am I a Good Candidate for PNS Therapy?

Ideal Candidate Checklist

✓ You're a Good Candidate If:

✓ Chronic nerve pain for 6+ months
✓ Failed 2+ conservative treatments
✓ Pain level 5/10 or higher
✓ Medicare or insurance coverage
✓ Motivated for long-term solution
✓ No active infections at implant site

✗ Not a Good Candidate If:

✗ Active infection or immune compromise
✗ Pregnancy (defer until after delivery)
✗ Untreated bleeding disorder
✓ Certain pacemakers/defibrillators (requires clearance)
✗ Unrealistic expectations (expecting 100% cure)
✗ Unable to operate device (without caregiver assistance)

Conditions That Respond Best to PNS

🔵 Diabetic Neuropathy

90-95% success rate for diabetic nerve pain in feet and legs

🔵 Peripheral Neuropathy

Excellent outcomes for chemotherapy-induced, idiopathic, and alcoholic neuropathy

🔵 Post-Surgical Nerve Pain

High success for nerve pain following surgery, amputation, or injury

🔵 Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

70-85% improvement for CRPS type I and II

Medicare/Insurance Requirements

To Qualify for Coverage:

Documented chronic pain for 6+ months
Failed trial of conservative treatments (medications, PT, injections)
Successful trial stimulation demonstrating 50%+ pain relief
Psychological evaluation (standard for implantable devices)
No contraindications to surgery or device implantation

Free Candidacy Assessment

Eagle Rock Neuropathy and Pain Center offers complimentary eligibility reviews including:

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Schedule a free eligibility assessment at Eagle Rock Neuropathy and Pain Center in Idaho Falls. Most consultations completed within 48 hours.

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