Noninvasive Electrical Stimulator as a Pain Control Treatment Post-ureteroscopy

Noninvasive Electrical Stimulator as an Adjunct for Pain Control After Ureteroscopic Stone Management

The investigators will assess the use of Transcutaneous Neurostimulation (TENS), a pharmacological alternative, for treatment of ureteral stent pain post-ureteroscopy. The primary aim for the investigators is to determine if use of a TENS unit will reduce post-operative pain and nausea associated with the ureteral stent. Secondary aim will be to assess if it can help minimize narcotic use.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adult patients undergoing standard of care ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy for urinary stone disease
• Patients receiving a stent following their ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Children
• Pregnant patients
• Patients unable to answer pain questionnaire
• Patients undergoing PCNL
• Patients being treated for Urologic malignancy with ureteroscopy
• Patients who require long term or chronic ureteral stent management
• Patient with implantable stimulators
• Patient with epilepsy
• Patients undergoing laser lithotripsy without stent placement