does the spinal stimulator trial device need to be placed in an or setting.
SCS Trial Procedure. If it is determined that the patient is a suitable candidate for SCS, often the first step is to implant a device on a trial basis. During the SCS trial phase, a lead or leads are implanted temporarily and are connected to a trial spinal cord stimulator. The trial stimulator is programmed with one or more stimulation programs customized to the specific areas of the patientâs pain. The trial phase can be beneficial for the following reasons: