The WaveWriter Alpha™ 16 RC Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) System represents the next generation of neuromodulation technology for the management of chronic pain. This system combines advanced stimulation therapies, personalized programming, and full-body MRI conditionality to provide rapid and effective pain relief tailored to each patient’s needs.

Key Features

• FAST™ Therapy for rapid, paresthesia-free pain relief
• 16 contacts with rechargeable battery technology
• Full-Body MRI Conditional (ImageReady™) under specified conditions
• Flexible therapy modes (paresthesia-based, paresthesia-free, or combination therapy)
• Clinically proven outcomes for chronic pain relief

Indications for Use

• Management of chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs
• Post-laminectomy syndrome or failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS)
• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS Types I & II)
• Peripheral neuropathy, including diabetic neuropathy

Warnings and Safety Considerations

• MRI procedures must be performed only under Boston Scientific’s official ImageReady™ MRI guidelines
• Patients must be capable of operating the device controller
• Possible adverse events include unintended stimulation, pain at the implant site, or sensory changes