Single-shot anal-
gesics placed around
the surgical site (such
as bupivacaine lipo-
some) and regional
blocks help patients
get back on their feet
soon after surgery
and ready for same-
day discharges. The
adductor canal block
is placed at the mid-
thigh and primarily
impacts the saphe-
nous nerve. It has
shown promise in
managing post-op
pain in knee replace-
ment patients and
effectively reduces
opioid consumption
in the 48 hours after
surgery. Also, unlike
the femoral block, it
preserves quadriceps
strength to avoid the
temporary weakness
in patients' legs that
can impact faster
ambulation, accord-
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