Mum had a really enjoyable xmas despite her pain, the pain relief is working wonders and she is recovering slowly,she really enjoyed having all the family down, without any of the hard work, the meal out was great, enjoyed by all, a bit crowded and you had to queue for your food, but hey that is what xmas day is like, you just have to expect that, thanks for your thoughts, i am sure they are helping her heaps.