Presurgical Psychological Assessments as Correlates of Effectiveness of Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Pain Reduction

摘要

Background: Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) is a surgically implanted device for patients with certain types of chronic pain. While some studies show the value of psychological screening of potential SCS candidates, no consensus exists. This single-site study analyzed the association of SCS success with psychological assessments (e.g., Millon Behavioral Medicine Diagnostic), beliefs regarding SCS efficacy, self-reported pain and quality of life (QOL) among patients approved for SCS.