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Tummy Tuck
Exparel or Pain Pump? Does Anyone Feel There is a Difference?
We have started offering patients Exparel for tummy tucks and other procedures. We find it offers exceptional pain relief without the downsides of narcotics or muscle relaxants. While pain pumps are similar in function, our patients get slightly longer pain relief with Exparel and don't have the inconvenience of having the pain pump hanging around their waist and avoid the catheters that have to be placed under the skin with pain pumps.
Clinical Context
Both Exparel and pain pumps are designed to control pain after surgery while reducing the need for narcotics. Exparel is injected once during surgery and provides pain relief for several days, while a pain pump delivers numbing medication continuously through a thin tube placed near the incision. Which option is better for you can depend on how extensive your procedure was, particularly if muscle repair was performed, and how much you want to move around during early recovery. Your surgeon can help you decide what fits your situation best.
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