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Yes, many MyMSTeam members have experience with the baclofen pump! One MyMSTeam member shared, "I had a baclofen pump implanted, and now I can stand up straight, have no pain, and feel like a normal person again." Another said, "The pump was the best thing for me. I can't believe how much better I am!" The pump makes a lot Show Full Answer

Yes, many MyMSTeam members have experience with the baclofen pump! One MyMSTeam member shared, "I had a baclofen pump implanted, and now I can stand up straight, have no pain, and feel like a normal person again." Another said, "The pump was the best thing for me. I can't believe how much better I am!" The pump makes a lot of sense for people in situations like yours. Here's why it might work better than oral baclofen:

- When you swallow baclofen, only a tiny fraction actually reaches your spinal cord due to the body's natural barriers
- High oral doses are often needed just to get enough effect — which brings more side effects
- The pump delivers baclofen directly into the spinal fluid at doses about 100 times lower than oral baclofen
- Lower doses mean fewer side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and weakness Before committing, doctors typically offer a test dose first. A small amount of liquid baclofen is injected near the spinal cord, and you're monitored throughout the day to see how your body responds — kind of like test-driving a car before buying it!

The pump does carry some risks to be aware of, including:

- Infection at the implant site
- Pump malfunction
- The pump running dry, which can be serious It's really worth having a detailed conversation with your neurologist or specialist about whether the pump is the right next step for you. Given the dose of oral baclofen already being taken, it sounds like this is absolutely worth exploring further.

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