I am 3 weeks post-op from a first rib resection and now doing pretty well, but still on oxycodone, although significantly lower dosages then the first couple weeks. The first 2 weeks were a bit tough for me in terms of post-operative pain and to be honest with you I had to be re-admitted once for another few days for IV pain control. I am a registered nurse in a busy Boston ER so I probably will not be able to go back to work for another month or so, which is right on target per my surgeon. If I had a less physical job, I could foresee going back sooner.
Best, Lisa
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Originally Posted by Toronto,Canada
Hi Everyone,
I'm going to be booked in for a 1st rib resection for "TOS, Vein compression" due to a car accident May 2012. the JUST found out 2 weeks ago, scar tissue is severely compressing the nerves, and subclavian vein.
I haven't been able to find any information regarding returning to work post-op???? being a work-a-holic i'm just curious on people's recovery period and being able to return to work. I do a desk job, Stats Analyst.
Aswell I have concerns hearing AVOID public transportation, and needing help post-op. i'm just worried, because I live in Toronto, and that's my only mode of transportation (mainly the subway), and I'm also worried because I won't have anyone to help me out post-op. and of course I HATE not being independent, and what's worse is i'm right handed and that is the side i'm having resected.
Any suggestions????
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