Electrodermal Activity and Respiration in Patients Treated With Spinal Cord Stimulation

Electrodermal Activity and Respiration in Patients Treated With Spinal Cord Stimulation

This study is investigating skin conductance and respiration during on and off states of the spinal cord stimulator, in patients with failed back surgery syndrome.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subject is at least 18 years old.
• Diagnosis of FBSS (Failed conservative treatments for pain including but not limited to pharmacological therapy and physical therapy) and currently being treated with spinal cord stimulation.
• Cognitive and language functioning enabling coherent communication between the examiner and the participant.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with impaired skin integrity at the fingers.
• Patients with major psychiatric problems.