Pain management is a critical component of ERAS protocols. A multimodal analgesia approach is employed, which involves the use of different classes of medications to target various pain pathways. This strategy helps to reduce the need for opioids, which are associated with side effects such as nausea, constipation, and addiction. Non-opioid analgesics, regional anesthesia techniques, and local anesthetics may be used to provide effective pain relief while minimizing adverse effects.
