How long does the neurostimulator battery last?
Battery longevity varies, depending on the parameter settings and number of hours the neurostimulator is turned on each day. At typical therapeutic settings, the battery lasts an average of three to five years, but it could be less than three years depending on your individual requirements. A simple surgical procedure is used to replace the neurostimulator when the battery fails, but the extension and lead are typically not replaced.
Battery longevity varies, depending on the parameter settings and number of hours the neurostimulator is turned on each day. Estimated longevity is about five years at typical settings, but it could be less depending on individual patient requirements. When the neurostimulator battery needs to be changed, the old neurostimulator is replaced by an entirely new neurostimulator; the extension and lead are typically not replaced. The neurostimulator replacement procedure can be done under local anesthesia.