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    Neurostimulation of lumbar muscles for refractory non-specific chronic low back pain

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    Low back pain of unknown cause (non-specific) can be long term (chronic) and difficult to treat (refractory). In this procedure, a cut is made on the lower back and a small battery-powered device (neurostimulator) is placed under the skin. Two wires are placed on the nerves that control the muscles either side of the spine (lumbar muscles) and connected to the neurostimulator. After the procedure, the patient uses a remote control to stimulate the nerves using low-voltage electricity. This is usually done twice a day for about 30 minutes. The aim is to stimulate the lumbar muscles and reduce pain.