Living With a Drug Pump

For more than 30 years, our drug pumps have been helping people live with less pain. Once the pump is implanted, a 6- to 8-week healing period is typical.

After Surgery

During the first 6 to 8 weeks after the procedure, you may have special instructions from your doctor.
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Daily Living

Clinical studies show that most people who had success with drug pumps were able to improve their day-to-day activities. (The amount of pain relief varies from person to person.)^1-2
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Product Support

Both your doctor and Medtronic can help if you have questions about your pump or pain treatment plan.
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Getting a Replacement

Drug pumps are designed to last for several years without replacement.
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References

Onofrio BM, Yaksh TL. Long-Term Pain Relief Produced by Intrathecal Infusion in 53 Patients. J Neurosurg 1990; 72: 200-209.
Paice JA, Penn RD, Shott S. Intraspinal Morphine for Chronic Pain: A Retrospective, Multicenter Study. J Pain Symptom Manage 1996; 11(2): 71-80.

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Last updated: 3 Aug 2008