Evolution of Perioperative Pain Management in Shoulder Arthroplasty
Historically, opioids have been used as a primary conservative treatment for pain related to glenohumeral osteoarthritis (GHOA). However, this practice is concerning as it often leads to overuse, which has contributed to the current epidemic of addiction and overdoses in the United States. Studies have shown that preoperative opioid use is associated with higher complication rates and worse outcomes following surgery, particularly for shoulder arthroplasty. To address these concerns, perioperative pain management for shoulder arthroplasty has evolved over the years to the use of multimodal analgesia.
Source: Orthopedic Clinics of North America - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Vani Sabesan, Hans Lapica, Carlos Fernandez, Clyde Fomunung Source Type: research
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