- Elective, open unilateral inguinal herniorrhaphy using Lichtenstein (tension free with mesh) hernia repair technique Agree to take only the prescribed oral analgesic medication (oxycodone/acetaminophen), plus or minus ibuprofen, for the initial fourteen-day post-operative period, with allowed exception of any currently prescribed opioid (codeine, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, morphine, methadone, oxymorphone, transdermal fentanyl), which can be continued.Agree to honestly complete a depression screening questionnaire, illicit drug use personal history and questionnaire, and physical activity assessment questionnaire, with the knowledge that if the patient is an active duty member, this information could result in a referral to medical or command authorities for potential Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) violations or concerns for subject health and fitness for duty.