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Any advice for pain Management after Surgery while in recovery?

Posted by pshack76 @pshack76, Feb 3, 2023

I've been sober for over twenty-years and I'm currently facing major surgery that will involve pain management. Hopefully it's not long term, but I don't know this.
The last thing I want to do is relapse because of this. Thankfully I have time to prepare myself, the referral was just made this week. Any advice on what works and what to watch out for?

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marye2 | @marye2 | Feb 4, 2023

I get the pain drugs, but also request ice packs for surgery stitches (prevents swelling) and I get up for a walk every hour or so. I weaned myself off opioids after breaking ribs a few years ago, so do not have good advice regarding that part.

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