Hello,
* As per my clinical experience, as there is Sternotomy performed during the procedure of Quintuple
bypass surgery, it is quite obvious for having pain lower chest region around ribs.
* Following measures will help your husband better way
- local application of heating pad
- use of
analgesic ointment or spray containing
Capsaicin, Linseed oil, Menthol with diclofenac
- analgesic and anti inflammatory medicine such as diclofenac,
ibuprofen or others as per the surgeon`s choice
- hygiene care of operated part
- control of blood sugar
-avoidance of weight bearing
- deep breathing exercises, meditations and YOGA
- continue rest of his cardiac medicines.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel