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Recovery, without the fog.
Plain-language education on getting through surgery with fewer opioids — what to ask, what to expect, and how to pay for it.
What the AAOS's new pain center signals for opioid-sparing recovery
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons just launched a Pain Management Resource Center focused on safer, opioid-conscious care. It's the clearest sign yet that opioid-sparing recovery is where the field is heading — here's what it means for patients.
Read5 questions to ask your surgeon about opioid-free recovery
Most surgical discharge conversations skip the one topic patients worry about most — the pills. Here's how to open it, and what to ask.
ReadYour HSA or FSA can cover a recovery device — most people just don't know how
A prescription recovery device is an eligible medical expense with the right paperwork. The paperwork is a Letter of Medical Necessity — and it's simpler to get than most people think.
ReadThe first week after surgery, without leaning on opioids
Recovery isn't a single moment — it's an arc. Here's what the first eight days can look like when opioids are the backup, not the plan.
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