Technical Summary/Description: This podcast featuring Dr. Gurtej Singh, will provide an in-depth look at the innovative neurostimulation system designed to address chronic lower back pain, diving into the technical aspects of the Reactiv8 device, including the minimally invasive surgical procedure for implantation and the precise targeting of the medial branch nerves that innervate the multifidus muscle. Listeners will come away from the podcast with a deeper understanding of how ReActiv8 works and its potential impact on patient care and outcomes in the management of chronic lower back pain.

Patient-Focused Summary/Description: Back pain can be incredibly debilitating, affecting millions of Americans every year. It is one of the most common reasons for missed work and visits to the doctor. Around 80% of adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives. This pain can range from mild and temporary to severe and chronic, impacting a person's ability to perform daily activities, work, and enjoy life to the fullest.

When this occurs, there are treatments available that many people may not have heard of. One of those is a procedure ReActiv8: a groundbreaking medical device that works by delivering electrical stimulation to the nerves that control the muscles responsible for stabilizing the lower back. Learn about how Dr. Gurtej Singh performs this procedure, what it is, how it works, and how it changed two patients' lives for the better.