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I had a Medtronic intrathecal pump for 6 years. I developed a rare condition called arachnoiditis, an inflammation of the sac surrounding the spinal cord. I am unable to sit for more than 10 minutes without pain and unable to sit for more than 45 minutes to an hour at all. I am much worse off than before I had the pump placed. I realize that this complication is rare, but I think patients need to be aware of it before proceeding with pump placement.
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FYI---I take Indomethacin for my Arachnoiditis pain. It really helps. Must be taken with food. This drug is part of Dr Tenants protocol.
@laura1970
I already have severe adhesive arachnoditis and have been considering a pain pump. The more I investigate the more I’m seeing it’s not a good idea for someone with AA. Thanks for the post & im very sorry you’ve joined the AA club. It’s a very tough disease to live with and navigate. God speed to you.
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Arachnoiditis as a pump related issue may not be as rare as you think. I also have Arachnoiditis related to my pump. After 20 years of having a pump, I finally had it removed.