Search for dissertations about: "Intrathecal baclofen"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words Intrathecal baclofen.
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1. What makes a patient satisfied with intrathecal baclofen treatment for spasticity : Expectations and experiences
Abstract : Patients often report reduced spasticity and/or pain, improved function and comfort, and a high level of satisfaction after treatment with intrathecal baclofen (ITB). However, dissatisfaction, complications and unmet goals are also reported. READ MORE
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2. Drug-enhanced spinal cord stimulation for neuropathic pain : studies on neurochemical mechanisms and clinical applications
Abstract : Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an effective surgical treatment for neuropathic pain refractory to pharmacological therapy. For many patients suffering from this type of chronic pain, SCS is in fact the ultimate treatment option. READ MORE
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3. Treatment of pain behavior after spinal cord injury in rats with special emphasis on the role of adenosine receptors
Abstract : Central pain is a form of neuropathic pain occurring after injury or dysfunction in the central nervous system, including the spinal cord. Allodynia (pain to innocuous stimuli) to mechanical and cold stimulation is a common feature of central pain and it is often resistant to treatment. READ MORE
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4. Advances in spinal cord stimulation : enhancement of efficacy, improved surgical technique and a new indication
Abstract : Introduction and aim: Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) has been used for treatment of otherwise therapy-resistant chronic neuropathic pain for about four decades. However, 30-40 % of the patients do not benefit from SCS, despite careful case selection and technical advances. READ MORE
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5. Spinal cord stimulation in neuropathy : experimental studies of biochemistry and behaviour
Abstract : Neuropathic pain, presenting with cutaneous hypersensitivity, i.e. allodynia, dysesthesia and hyperalgesia, is often difficult to manage with pharmacotherapy, but may be effectively alleviated by electric spinal cord stimulation (SCS). However, the mode of action of SCS is still poorly understood. READ MORE