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What is it?<\/h2><\/div>
Intrathecal pumps, also known as spinal infusion pumps, are implantable medical devices that deliver medication directly into the intrathecal space surrounding the spinal cord. The system consists of a programmable pump\u2014approximately the size of a field hockey puck\u2014surgically implanted beneath the abdominal skin and connected to the spinal space via a flexible catheter. <\/p>\n

The device functions by releasing precise, controlled doses of analgesic medication directly into the cerebrospinal fluid, allowing the drug to act on pain receptors within the spinal cord. This targeted delivery requires significantly lower doses than oral or intravenous administration, maximizing effectiveness while minimizing systemic side effects.<\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/WZb1zMBkR1Q&#8221<\/a>; el_width=”40″ align=”center” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space]

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What is it used for and what diseases or chronic pains does it treat?<\/h2><\/div>
Intrathecal pumps are indicated for patients with severe chronic pain that does not respond adequately to conservative treatments. The main conditions treated include: <\/p>\n