User Manual

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Physician Implant Manual
Precautions
MRI. Patients implanted with the Precision SCS system should not be
subjected to MRI. MRI exposure may result in dislodgement of
implanted components, heating of the neurostimulator, damage to the
device electronics and/or voltage induction through the leads and
stimulator causing an uncomfortable or “jolting” sensation.
Medical Devices/Therapies. The following medical therapies or
procedures may turn stimulation off or may cause permanent damage
to the implant, particularly if used in close proximity to the device:
• lithotripsy
• electrocautery
• external defibrillation
• radiation therapy
• ultrasonic scanning
• high-output ultrasound
If any of the above is required by medical necessity, refer to “Instruc-
tions for the Physician” on page 6. Ultimately, however, the device
may require explantation as a result of damage to the device.
Automobiles and Other Equipment. Patients should not operate
automobiles, other motorized vehicles, or potentially dangerous
machinery/equipment with therapeutic stimulation switched on. Stim-
ulation must be turned off first. Sudden stimulation changes, if they
occur, may distract patients from attentive operation of the vehicle or
equipment.