Interestingly, I found a document that says the these devices are MRI conditional, meaning they're allowed to be worn inside MRI scanner (head scans only). But if it did clear the regulatory hurdles, then it is likely that this problem is not actually a threat to health (you should confirm this with a rep from the company) besides some discomfort. I'm somewhat surprised that a device which is prone to interference is actually allowed to be sold.normally its an issue that must be solved by the manufacturer (for example, pacemakers are incredibly robust against interference). I really appreciate any information you can offer.įirst let me disclose that I'm not a medical professional, but I do research on medical tech (MRI hardware) for a living. My friends and I have struggled - but we're all structural engineers. Without getting into specific frequencies, could I get away with wearing a copper or aluminum-lined vest? Would the coverage really be required to be continuous (all the way around) or could it be more like a body armor vest where there are plates covering the pulse generator, the leads, and the contacts? I imagine this is a relatively easy topic for you guys. I am thinking I could essentially wear a faraday cage while around these devices. The last education I had on this subject was Physics 208 - so I am aware that signal blocking is completely possible. I weld on a "recreational" level and I am not too willing to turn the device off and do this in pain now if I don't have to. They advise turning the device off around these devices - especially welders. When quizzing the factory rep, the answer I get is that it is possible to induce currents into the leads that can lead to abnormal sensations or shock sensations. The manufacturer states that the device is likely to be "adversely affected" by devices such as security scanners, arc and mig welders, even the possible automatic door. It is intended for chronic intractable pain - and works wonders for patients. This device generates a programmed series of impulses and discharges them at a designated point along the spinal cord.
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I am getting a Boston Scientific Precision Series Spinal Cord Stimulator.