Posted by spriggy on August 21, 2005, at 13:01:30
In reply to Re: chronic pain » Pfinstegg, posted by fairywings on August 21, 2005, at 8:36:28
I don't know if you would qualify for a pain pump, but my father has had seven back surgeries and has severe nerve damage.
THey just installed a different pump (he had one previously that wasn't installed correctly). Amyway, it helps his pain immensely but doesn't make him "drugged." If I am correct, the medication doesn't pass through the blood brain barrier or something- therefore he doesn't get that dopey feeling.
He has chronic, severe pain. Without medication, he can't get out of bed or walk. He is now able to mow his grass again!
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