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I had the pump implanted on May 2, 2012. I'm going through the same concerns as you. I did not realize how weak I would be. The point of all this was to be able to build up muscle strength. I am seeing the ms nurse tomorrow for a tysabri infusion & will discuss these issues.

I will see the ms nurse tomorrow for a tysabri infusion. I have many concerns that need to be discussed. I still have not reached my baseline before the surgery. My legs have begun to be stiff again as well as weak. I am using the walker most of the day then return to the wheelchair around 3P. By wa...

The surgery was uneventful. Finding a good surgeon is very important. I will be getting the dressings off tomorrow...I don't have a clue what it is going to look like. I had to have the pump turned down the day after the surgery since I could not move either leg. My neurologist monitors & adjust...

I am not able to offer you any reassurances but I am in the same situation,waiting for the surgery. I don't want the ugly thing either but I have poorly controlled spasticity and can't stay awake on the oral medications. I need o maintain enough tone to stand and assist with transfers. I did ask th...