Study of Multimodal Perineal Pain Relief After Vaginal Surgery Using Ice Packs, Witch-Hazel Pads, and Benzocaine Spray

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to find out if using perineal ice packs, medicated witch-hazel pads MAJOR4 Medi-Pads, and a topical benzocaine spray Dermoplast4 can help reduce pain after perineorrhaphy andor posterior colporrhaphy surgery, which are types of vaginal pelvic reconstructive surgery. The study is a randomized trial to compare these treatments to standard post-operative care for women who have undergone these surgeries. Participants in the study will either follow the Multimodal Perineal Analgesic Protocol MPAP alongside their usual post-surgery care or receive standard care alone. Those in the MPAP group will get a Perineal Care Kit before leaving the hospital, which includes 14 perineal ice packs, 100 medicated witch-hazel pads, and a 2.75 oz can of 20% benzocaine with aloe spray. Both groups will receive instructions on perineal hygiene, scheduled pain relief, activity limits, constipation prevention, and catheter care if needed. During the study, researchers will monitor pain levels on postoperative day 3 and throughout the first week after surgery. They will also track the number of pain medication doses taken, patient satisfaction two weeks after surgery, and any side effects experienced. The total duration of participant involvement includes at least two weeks of follow-up to assess pain control and recovery after vaginal surgery.

Improving Postoperative Recovery: A Study of Multimodal Perineal Analgesia Protocol (MPAP) After Vaginal Surgery