Pain control after spine surgery: What to expect - 03/2022
Pain control after spine surgery: What to expect
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Abstract
This handout explains how pain is controlled with prescription pain medicines (opioids) after spine surgery at Harborview Medical Center. It includes safety precautions, tips for preventing constipation, how to taper doses, and who to call for help.
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2016
Revision Date
03/2022
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Opioid Analgesics
Pain Management
Languages
Chinese
English
Russian
Spanish
Vietnamese
Record ID
4472