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Pain Management Device Draws Praise, Critics

A growing number of chronic pain sufferers are turning to so-called pain pacemakers -- devices implanted under the skin that block pain signals from reaching the brain. Users praise the device's effectiveness, but critics say it should only be used as a last resort. Hear NPR's Joe Shapiro.

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