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Precision™ Spinal Cord Stimulator System Clinician Manual
7. Unscrew and remove the tunneling tool handle.
8. Grasp the tip of the tool with one hand while holding the straw in place with the other hand.
Pull the tunneling tool shaft out through the straw.
9. Push the lead or extension proximal ends through the straw, then withdraw the straw.
CAUTION: Do not tunnel splitter.
Note: If using the 2x8 Splitter and performing a permanent trial, the splitter tails may be
tunneled to the exit site.
10. For Permanent Trials, if using the Infinion 1x16 lead, proceed to "Lead Connection to
Splitter" on page 24. Otherwise, proceed to "Connecting the Lead Extension" on
page 39.
11. For Permanent IPG Implantation, if extensions are used, proceed to the instructions for
"Connecting the Lead Extension" on page 39.
12. For Permanent IPG Implantation, if splitters are used, proceed to the instructions for "Lead
Connection to Splitter" on page 24.
13. For Permanent IPG Implantation, proceed to the instructions for "Connecting to the IPG" on
page 46.
Note: The following Codman Disposable Catheter Passers may be used in place of the
Boston Scientific tunneling tool except when tunneling the Infinion CX Lead:
REF 82-1515 (36 cm)
REF 82-1516 (55 cm)
REF 82-1517 (65 cm)
Note: When using a Codman Disposable Catheter Passer, tunnel from the IPG pocket to the
midline incision using the standard technique.
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