How long does an on Q pain pump last?

The ON-Q* Fixed Flow Pump is a non-narcotic elastomeric pump that automatically and continuously delivers a regulated flow of local anesthetic to a patient’s surgical site or in close proximity to nerves, providing targeted pain relief for up to 3-5 days.

How do I know if my on Q pain pump is working?

How can I tell if my pump is working? The ON-Q* pumps flow at various flow rates as prescribed by your surgeon or anesthesiologist. After 24 hours of infusion enough of the medication should be emptied from the pump to start to seeing wrinkling in the outer cover of the balloon.

When should a pain pump be removed?

The medication is housed in a receptacle and is delivered automatically. The receptacle is located inside the black bag and when the receptacle is full, it will look about the size of a softball. After about 5 days the receptacle should be depleted. On day 5 you will need to remove the tubes attached to the pain pump.

How do on Q pumps work?

HOW DOES THE ON-Q* PUMP WORK? The pump is attached to a catheter or catheters (small tube near your procedure site). The pump automatically delivers the medicine at a very slow flow rate. Do not squeeze the pump.

What is a pain pump trial?

A pump trial involves placing a catheter within the epidural space and then connecting it to an external pump. This is NOT a surgery. No incisions are made during the trial. The catheter is placed using a small needle. During the trial, the pain medication will be adjusted to reach the desired comfort level.

How often does a pain pump need to be refilled?

Refilling your pump The medication in your pump will need to be refilled every 4 to 6 weeks by your pain doctor. You will need to make appointments with your pain doctor for your refills.

Can you have an MRI with a pain pump?

The Medtronic SynchroMed™ II pump is designed to be safe under certain conditions for patients who may require an MRI scan. The pump is also compatible with many other diagnostic tests.

How long does pain buster last?

Pain Buster (On Q) is a disposable closed elastomeric device for the continuous regulated infusion of local anaesthetic for local wound infiltration and regional anaesthesia. It delivers local anaesthetic to the intra operative site for 2 – 5 days following surgery.