Programming
Options
PROGRAMMING
POSSIBILITIES:
- Constant
Rate
(simple
continuous infusion rate)
- Variable
Step Changes
(complex
continuous infusion - up to 12 different rate changes permitted)
- Single
Bolus followed by Continuous Rate
- Single
Bolus
- Pulsed
Boluses
(periodic delayed bolus)
- Stop
Pump
(method for emergency)
Advantages
of Programmable System:
- Achieve
indiviudalized optimal therapeutic effect during the post-implant
dose titration phase and throughout course of treatment.
- Reduce
or increase spasticity at certain times of the day.
- Enhance
patients locomotion, ability to participate in rehabilitation
and other activities, or improve sleep.
- Reduce
adverse drug effects.
