INTRATHECAL PUMPS

For patients with severe pain not amenable to other procedures or severe spacticity, Dr. Hatef offer implantation of intrathecal pumps. The pumps allow us to directly inject medication into the cerebrospinal fluid. By administering the medication directly to the nerves themselves, the dose can be decreased and systemic side effects - especially the sedating and constipating effects of opiates - can be reduced.

If you are suffering from intractable pain or cancer pain and think this is an option for you, Dr. Hatef is happy to see you and discuss this option in consultation.