Securing the Trial Lead
Clinician Manual
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Securing the Trial Lead
Note: If using an Innion CX lead, proceed to “Securing the Innion CX Trial Lead” on page 32.
1. Carefully withdraw the insertion needle from the epidural space by slowly pulling the needle up towards
the proximal end of the lead while holding the lead in place.
2. Once the insertion needle tip is exposed, hold the lead as close to the percutaneous exit site as possible,
then carefully pull the needle completely from the lead.
3. If desired, a suture may be used to close the wound and stabilize the lead.
4. Place and tape a stress relief loop and dress the wound.
5. If using a splitter continue to “Lead Connection to Splitter” on page 26.
6. Continue with “Connecting to the Trial Stimulator” on page 39.
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