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After Your Pump or Stimulator Implant: Self-care instructions - 12/2020

After Your Pump or Stimulator Implant: Self-care instructions
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Abstract

This handout explains self-care after having a pump or stimulator implant. It includes safety precaution, activity restrictions, wound care, medicines, and when to call the clinic. Space is provided for the health care provider to fill in information about the follow-up visit 7 to 10 days after surgery.

Author
Center for Pain Relief
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2011
Revision Date
12/2020
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Self-care
Side Effects
Languages
English
Record ID
3939