Living Well Online — Winter 2006

Welcome to Living Well, Medtronic's newsletter for people finding chronic pain relief with their Medtronic Pain Therapy.

The cool winter weather is upon us and spring is quickly approaching. This newsletter includes responses to commonly asked questions regarding the affects certain technology can have on your device, including electric blankets and ultrasounds . In addition, we've included information on Medtronic's active role in improving America 's health as well as some information on the Personal Therapy Manager.

Since this is a newsletter for you, we would very much like to receive your comments and ideas for upcoming newsletters. You can either email us at livingwell@medtroniceducation.com or write us at Medtronic, Living Well, 710 Medtronic Parkway, LN330, Minneapolis, MN 55432.

Medtronic Takes an Active Role in Improving America's Health
Medtronic joined forces with various governmental bodies in December to examine the issue of chronic pain and discuss what can be done in the future to increase pain awareness.
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Did You Know
The Personal Therapy Manager (PTM) is an accessory to the SynchroMed^® II Drug Delivery System, which provides a new option for managing unpredictable pain episodes. This article shares the benefits of the PTM and whether you would be a candidate for this product.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Adjusting to life with your Medtronic Pain Therapy is bound to raise many questions. This portion of the newsletter addresses frequently asked questions regarding the affects a heating pad, electric blanket or ultrasound could have on your implanted device. This portion will also address frequently asked questions about the Personal Therapy Manager.
Frequently Asked Questions

The Living Well Program does not provide medical advice. The contents of the Living Well Pain Management Resource newsletter are for your general information only. Information you read here cannot replace the relationship you have with your doctor. Medtronic does not practice medicine or provide medical services or advice. You should always talk to you doctor with any questions or concerns you have about your general health, diagnosis or treatment.