How low can we go? A randomized controlled trial of low-quantity initial opioid prescriptions for shoulder surgery

In this study, we investigated how the initial opioid prescription after shoulder surgery affects maximum possible opioid consumption. We hypothesized that fewer pills in the initial opioid prescription would lead to less opioid consumption, a lower refill request rate, and fewer post-surgery office contacts for pain.

Source: Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery - March 8, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Arman Kishan, Zachary C. Pearson, Steve S. Li, Zachary Pressman, Uzoma Ahiarakwe, Chathurangi H. Pathiravasan, Umasuthan Srikumaran Tags: Original Article Source Type: research