Poststernotomy pain syndrome (PSPS) is a common issue for many patients recovering from heart surgery. Defined as pain lasting more than three months, PSPS affects between 10% and 67% of patients. These numbers may be underestimated because many patients, grateful...
Just a few weeks ago a peer reviewed article called “Advances in the Management of Acute Postsurgical Pain” was published(*). The article is a review based on presentations by the authors at the meeting “Past, Present, and Future in Pain...
Have you heard of ERAS protocols, but never quite understood what they entail? ERAS means Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, and in this blog post, we will not only explain the key elements of ERAS in general surgery, but also discuss the...
Returning to daily day life after heart surgery can seem overwhelming. Your journey to recovery will be easier when you know what to expect during the healing period and when you have the right tools to assist you. Plan for...
Buckling up when getting in your car is fortunately routine for most of us and it saves lives. Statistics show that the risk of deadly injuries are reduced by 45–50% when drivers and front seat passengers use a seat belt....
