Compare proximal and distal electrode placement strategies for pain management.

Compare proximal and distal electrode placement strategies for pain management.

• A. Proximal placement targets the same dermatome as the injury, while distal placement targets the nerve trunk.
• B. Proximal placement targets the nerve or nerve trunk near the injury; distal placement targets the same dermatome or referred area.
• C. Both placements have identical effects on pain modulation.
• D. Distal placement is always superior for all pain conditions.

Answer: (B)