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Managing Pain and Expectations After Procedure
Despite patients walking out shortly after the procedure with minimal pain due to the block's effects lasting for 8 to 12 hours, it is noted that they experience pain the next day. This post-procedure pain may come as a surprise to patients who feel well initially, attributing it to the block's temporary relief. Therefore, it is crucial to consider managing this pain the following day despite the immediate comfort post-procedure.