I had the surgery and I cannot use my stimulator. This is very different than my trial. My trial and my implant done by the same Doctor using the same modulation device manufactuer. I tried to let the modulation rep. re-program me but she could/would not until I got an xray. I do not trust either one at this point. I am trying to be calm and think clearly. In order for me to even get here I have gone through many treatments and have seen a few specialists. I am very aware of my body and how it responded during the trial. The trial is suppose to give you the exact same feeling as the implant would because you have wires from your spine coming through an incision and your wear a velcro belt holding implant around your waist. The stimulation is in my stomach and other areas .I can't use it.