spinal surgeries

How Long Are You On Pain Meds After Spinal Fusion?

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How Long Are You On Pain Meds After Spinal Fusion? Avoiding aspirin products and NSAIDs—such as ibuprofen (Advil), naproxen (Aleve), or COX-2 inhibitors (Celebrex)—for at least 3 months after lumbar fusion is usually recommended. These products may interfere with growth and development of the bone fusion. How long do opioids last after spinal fusion? We

How Long Do You Take Pain Meds After Spinal Fusion?

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How Long Do You Take Pain Meds After Spinal Fusion? Avoiding aspirin products and NSAIDs—such as ibuprofen (Advil), naproxen (Aleve), or COX-2 inhibitors (Celebrex)—for at least 3 months after lumbar fusion is usually recommended. These products may interfere with growth and development of the bone fusion. How long after surgery should you take pain meds?