Shoulder Pain Pump Dangers & PAGCL

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Implanted in to the shoulder joint during surgery, intra-articular pain pumps are becoming more commonly used in the medical field as a solution to pain management. The pain pumps have been recently linked to a very painful condition called Post-arthroscopic Glenohumeral Chondrolysis (PAGCL).

Arthroscopic surgery was designed to be less invasive of the human body, it consists of two small incisions, one for surgical tools, and the other for a camera to view the surgery site. Not only is recovery time faster, but the body is open to fewer complications without an open surgery site.

Pain pumps work up to 72 hours following an arthroscopic surgical procedure of the shoulder. It is a disposable pump that delivers pain medication directly to the surgery site. This direct method of pain relief negates the negative side effects that are often felt after surgery with the uses of various narcotics and pain killers.

PAGCL Condition.

PAGCL is the severe damage of the cartilage of the shoulder. Believed to be linked to the high dosages of numbing medications that are heavily administered following the procedure, the damage caused is thought to be irreversible. Additionally, the only solution to PAGCL as of yet is to have shoulder replacement surgery. Medications that assist with pain are believed only to worsen the symptoms and possess not long term value in regard treatment or cure. PAGCL begins to develop as early as 2 months after surgery, up until a year following the arthroscopic procedure.

Brand Names of Should Pumps.

These pumps can be found under brand names such as the Stryker Pain Pump, in addition to the I-Flow On-Q Pump. These manufacturers are under heavy scrutiny from the medical world, as well as thousands of affected patients.

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Comments on This Topic: There are 4 comments related to:
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Sylvia says: 2008-08-22 07:05:53
I had surgery in Sept.2007 for my bone to shaved down and ever since then I\'ve been in more pain after my surgery. Dr. told me it was a healing pain, but it never went away. I have to pay people to do my household chores and also my typing at work has slowed down alot. I would like more information on my situation.


Cathie says: 2008-07-29 18:55:19
I had rotator cuff surgery in Feb 08 and was unable to get a nerve block, so when I awoke from surgery, I had a pain pump. I as well am in constant pain, have grinding and popping in the shoulder blade area and loss of strength in my upper and lower arm which wasnt present before.


Brad says: 2008-07-27 09:48:32
I had my 2nd shoulder surgery in September of 2006 as well. Since then I have been in constant pain, some days I\'m unable to even move my shoulder and it seems to be getting worse. I\'d really like to learn more.


sue Gray says: 2008-06-28 08:49:05
Have had three surgeries on shoulders. All three I had pain pumps. My last was in September 2006. I have been living on meds, rehab and in and out of doctors trying to figure out why I am always in pain and have lost so much use of my upper body. Would like to know more.



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