Anatomy of neuromodulatory targets: Central nervous system and the periphery

Abstract

Current neuromodulatory targets have advanced from the dorsal columns of the spinal cord to multiple areas of the body. This chapter describes traditional anatomic landmarks and why spinal cord stimulation leads are placed in regions that are different from dermatologic mapping. In addition, stimulation by body region and various pain conditions is introduced, explaining how neuromodulation differs in treatment from head to foot.