Intrathecal Baclofen Trial: How it works, risks, and what to expect - 10/2020

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Intrathecal Baclofen Trial: How it works, risks, and what to expect

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Abstract

Intrathecal baclofen (ITB) therapy is a treatment that uses the drug baclofen to help manage spasticity (muscle tightness). The drug is injected into the intrathecal space, which is the space around your spinal cord that holds the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). An intrathecal baclofen trial will help your doctor decide if an intrathecal baclofen pump is right for you.

Author

Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2020

Revision Date

10/2020

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Medicines

Muscle Spasticity

Languages

English

Record ID

4902