A Medtronic Pain Management Resource

Living Well -
Fall 2008

Welcome to Living Well, a newsletter dedicated to thousands of people finding chronic pain relief with their Medtronic Pain Therapy.

To help support the cause, this issue includes the latest on the 2008 National Pain Care Policy Act. Through the guidance of The National Pain Foundation (NPF), you can help get the word out and fill the gap in the understanding, awareness, and accessibility of pain treatment options.

Get rejuvenated and revitalized! Check out the great tips inside on how to revive your mind, body and spirit.

Since this is a newsletter for you, we welcome your comments and ideas for upcoming issues. You can either email your comments and suggestions to us at:
livingwell@medtroniceducation.com
or write us at:
Medtronic Living Well
7000 Central Avenue NE, RCE240
Minneapolis, MN 55432

LIVING WELL IS A NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED BY MEDTRONIC FOUR TIMES A YEAR FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE USING A MEDTRONIC IMPLANTABLE DEVICE TO TREAT CHRONIC PAIN. OUR GOAL IS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE WITH VALUABLE INFORMATION THAT ASSISTS EVERYONE IN LIVING WELL WITH MEDTRONIC PAIN THERAPIES.

Features

Powering Up Pain Awareness

During September, special recognition is given to pain awareness. While an astounding 40 to 75 million people are affected by pain1, it is significantly under treated and often misunderstood.
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Legislation May Change Pain Dialogue

Those who live with chronic pain are not surprised to learn that pain is the most common reason Americans enter the health care system and is a leading contributor to health care costs.
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Rejuvenate Yourself

Instead of just resolving to exercise or eat right, think about how you can also take better care of yourself. Following are some simple ways to rejuvenate your spirit.
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