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The DonJoy Pain Control Device System is a medical product that uses a pump and catheter to deliver a painkiller to a surgical site after the operation. It offers a patient the opportunity to leave the hospital sooner after a surgery, using the pain pump to deliver his or her pain medication while moving about freely.
The DonJoy Pain Control Device is among the pain pumps that have been identified as a possible cause of PAGCL, a very painful and unexpected outcome associated with pain pump use. Although these pain pumps have the benefit of providing effective pain relief without the side effects of narcotics such as morphine, some patients have developed PAGCL.
PAGCL is a debilitating deterioration of the cartilage at the end of the bones in the shoulder joint. It causes constant pain, clicking or popping or grinding of the shoulder joint, and a decreased range of motion for the shoulder and arm. An individual with PAGCL may be left with significant disability that may cause a great deal of damage, including:
A 2006 study presented to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons described a link between the use of intra-articular pain pumps (such as the DonJoy Pain Control Device) and PAGCL. The researchers discovered the link when they saw that the majority of patients who were developing this rare condition shared one thing in common: the use of a shoulder pain pump after surgery.
If you were injured by a DonJoy Pain Control Device, discuss your concerns with an attorney who represents individuals injured by defective medical devices. An experienced shoulder pain pump lawyer can answer your questions and determine if you are eligible for compensation based on your injuries. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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