Why is my father in law having spasms after toratic surgery

Hello. Thank you for writing.

Do you mean thoracic? Intercostal neuralgia is caused by inflammation, damage or compression to the intercostal nerves. These nerves lie between each of the twelve ribs. Post-thoracotomy pain is felt in the back and chest region following surgery in the chest. Symptoms usually include pain that is dull and constant. The pain may also be described as sharp, aching or spasmodic. We cannot know if this is the case with your father-in-law. He should speak to his doctor if he is having difficulty.

Helena