In this Article

• How does Baclofen work?
• What are the side effects of Baclofen therapy?
• What is intrathecal Baclofen?
• What is the intrathecal Baclofen pump system?
• Who is a candidate for the intrathecal Baclofen pump?
• What are the advantages of the Baclofen pump system?
• What are the disadvantages of the Baclofen pump system?
• How will my doctor know if the Baclofen pump system is right for me?
• What happens after the procedure?
• Baclofen Pump Therapy Index

How Will My Doctor Know If the Baclofen Pump System Is Right for Me?

If your treatment team recommends the Baclofen pump system after your evaluation, you will have a trial of the therapy to test the potential effectiveness of the medication.

During the medication trial, Baclofen is injected into the spinal canal (using a small needle) and the treatment team assesses its effectiveness over 2-4 hours. If your muscles don't relax during the first trial, a larger dose may be given on a later date to determine its effectiveness.

If you experience positive results with the intrathecal medication you can decide with your doctor and family members if you should have a Baclofen pump system implanted during a surgical procedure.

What Happens After the Procedure?

After the implantation procedure, you will stay in the hospital a few days so your recovery can be closely monitored. While you are in the hospital, the dose of Baclofen will be adjusted.

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