This is my first post and wanted to comment about the pain pump. I have suffered from lower back pain most of my life. My problems can not be corrected and the pain was intolerable. In 1999 my pain management doctor suggested a pain pump and I have been very satisfied with it. I have had three pumps over the years, as my batteries have only lasted about five years. Each time I've had it replaced I have been able to lower my meds and each pump has delivered more relief. I am only using half the meds as I was with the first pump. My side effects have been very few, but I have noticed my memory is not as sharp as it used to be, but I'm not getting younger either. I am thankful for my pump. It has given my life back. I wish I would of discovered it years before I did. To be fare, I have meet people over the years who have not been as successful as I have been. I wish you luck.View Thread