He came through the surgery okay, but pain control has been an issue almost immediately. They kept pushing IV dilaudid and it did nothing (1mg at a time, hourly). Added Robaxin 1500mg. Then switched to Oxycontin 10mg and oxycodone 7.5/325, later bumping to 10/325. Came home today after very little sleep last night. Had a 'fun' OT and PT consultation before discharge. AFter getting home, visitors caused him to be late on one dose of the oxycodone and he's been playing catch-up all day. Icing, TENS, gentle pendulum exercises. He's frustrated. At least he can start up the Mobic again and next week starts MTX again after 2 weeks missed. Humira on tap as soon as surgeon says it's okay. I got him outside for a little walk down the driveway and back, then sitting in swing on porch talking. Distraction, right? We will sleep hard tonight, but I set an alarm on his phone for next pain dose. He's getting around okay, but needs help to get dressed/undressed while still 'slinged'. One-handed (non-dominant) living is tough. Surgeon has ordered a 'continuous passive motion' machine for him (rent), but insurance refused coverage. Depending on cost, I may just pay out of pocket, or I'll fight with them. Back when he had to get a kyphoplasty, insurance didn't want to cover, but we fought that one and won. Not sure what the chances are this time. Seeing how much trouble he had today, I'm inclined to try it. Frozen shoulder would be terrible for him now.
I'll likely go back to work on Friday if he's better. It's about 50/50 right now.
