Information was received from a patient via manufacturer representative who was implanted with an implantable neurostimulator (ins) for unknown indications for use.It was reported that there were impedance issues on electrodes 0-7.Electrode 0 showed, "do not use" with no impedance measurement, and electrodes 1-7 showed an orange exclamation point and were labeled "avoid".The patient stepped down off a curb and their leg gave out.The patient said he fell and back hit the curb.The rep reprogrammed around the impedances.The issue was reportedly not resolved at the time of the report.It was asked, but unknown whether surgical intervention was planned.No symptoms were reported.
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