This is my second journal posting on the progress of the baclofin pump which was inserted in on June 28, 2013.
As of yesterday after being cleared by the neurosurgeon to begin doing all activities I once again began my swimming regiment. I had intended on doing a much shorter workout...but when I got into the pool I found I had so much energy that I ended up swimming laps for over one mile. Today I did the same workout with almost zero fatigue. In addition I have started walking my 70 lb Golden Retriever for at least 40 minutes per day...again with no side effects. Unlike last week where I was suffering from spinal fluid leakage, for the past few days I have been feeling better than I have for the past 15 years. I think I am walking better, faster and with far less limping.In fact I can report at this time no negative effects from the surgery. I went and saw my neurosurgeon..Dr Neil Holland today and via a handheld computer he basically doubled the amount of baclofin that I had received as the base amount after surgery. I cannot recommend this procedure highly enough for all TM patients suffering from spasticity and or banding. I believe tghis pump has dramatically in a good way effected the rest of my life.As per the Doctor I should only require a refill (injected directly into the pump) approximately one time a year! Thank god and my new neurologist for making the quality of my life so much better. Anyone interested should speak to their neurologist and ask for a trial. At the trial a 3 hour supply of the medicine is injected directly into the spine. If you are like me the difference in feeling comes close to miraculous. I hope all that are able (and have the proper medical insurance) to seriously consider this surgical option. The worst that can happen is it has no effect and you have it removed. I hope anyone considering this option who desires additional information will call me directly 732-536-5308. Alll the best! Rob in New Jersey .