Temporary spinal cord stimulation combined with lidocaine patch for postherpetic neuralgia in the elderly: a controlled study

Temporary spinal cord stimulation combined with lidocaine patch for postherpetic neuralgia in the elderly: a controlled study

BackgroundPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a chronic neuropathic pain condition in elderly patients following herpes zoster infection. Conventional treatments often have inconsistent efficacy and significant side effects. Combining spinal cord stimulation (SCS) with lidocaine patches may enhance pain...

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Main Authors: Yun Li, Chunhui Hao, Shengtao Wang, Feng Qiu, Xuli Zhao, Tao Sun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Neurology
Subjects:
postherpetic neuralgia
spinal cord stimulation
lidocaine patch
elderly patients
pain management
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fneur.2025.1529673/full
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