Phlugg felt he was in a rut, needed a new lease on life and was considering phreno-cussive therapy. His children were extremely helpful in identifying areas of dysfunctional behavior. After obtaining informed consent, the patient underwent a dangerous triple bumpotomy procedure. At six-week followup, both the patient and his children are delighted with the results. Phlugg is now running as a candidate for the Rhinoceros Party, purchased an electric guitar and is forming a heavy metal rock band, and has left his day job to hustle pool in the local billiard hall.
Complications related to phreno-cussion are of some concern.
Occasional amnesia, subdural hematoma and skull fracture have been reported. There is no question that the risk associated with the procedure is inversely proportional to the experience and skill of the operator. Currently, there is an increasing demand for phreno-cussion services, but an inadequate supply of specialists. To help rectify the situation, training in basic phreno-cussion therapy is being offered to Canadian family physicians. A country-wide seminar is about to be launched.