Opioid-Free Hernia Surgery Recovery: The Multimodal Pain Management Protocol
Historically, narcotic pain medication was the standard for post-surgical care; however, modern data demonstrates that narcotics can actually delay recovery through side effects such as nausea, constipation, and cognitive impairment. We utilize Multimodal Analgesia, a sophisticated strategy that combines long-acting local anesthetics (in some cases including nerve blocks), non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), and acetaminophen to interrupt pain signals before they reach the brain.
