@laurenseavertson789 My pain pump trial was done twice, both by injection. The first was with morphine. No help. The second was done about two weeks later with hydromorphone. That dropped my pain from an 8 down to about a two. A neurosurgeon performed the permanent implant about three months later. I was told that pain management doctor is not recommended to do this surgery due to the complexity of the procedure.

@laurenseavertson789 I know what you're going thru. I hurt, from the slightest movement. No one ( but another pain patient) can understand this. It's very depressing & at times, i feel hopeless. My life has shrunk, to basic couch potato. I can't participate in much of anything anymore. I am single, & feel left out of my life, or any life. Now i am dependent on OXY, & i get tired of the side affects & the entire thing. I've had severe pain issues, for over 25 yrs Good luck & keep in touch. Lauren

@laurenseavertson789 Thank you. As much as I hate to say this… I’m glad to know I’m not completely alone. That other people understand what I’m going through. I hate that anyone has to live with this horrible pain. My husband is wonderful and helps me so much. I never wanted us to be in this situation and (as strong as I used to be) I never thought I would be here living in constant pain. I just hope something will help me.

@laurenseavertson789 I am sorry, but neurosurgeons do implant pain pumps. Mine was implanted by a neurosurgeon, and I would recommend using one. It is a delicate procedure, and neurosurgeons work on the brain so they are used to delicate procedures.