RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07265557

Two Post-Operative Pain Protocols at Discharge for Orthopaedic Patients

A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Two Post-Operative Pain Protocols at Discharge for Orthopaedic Patients: A Pilot Study

Sponsor

Massachusetts General Hospital

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Oct 6, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Pain Opioid Pilot Study Orthopaedic Related Pain (Musculoskeletal Pain)

Summary

This is a single-center, pilot randomized controlled trial designed to evaluate the feasibility of a definitive trial comparing opioid-free discharge prescriptions to usual care (which includes opioids) in patients undergoing major orthopaedic surgery. The main objective is to inform the design and feasibility of the definitive RCT.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying Discharge pain medication prescription for people with opioid, orthopaedic related pain (musculoskeletal pain), and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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Interventions

OTHERDischarge pain medication prescription

The patients in this pilot RCT will either receive a discharge prescription with or without opioids. The specific non-opioid medication (e.g., ibuprofen, paracetamol, ketorolac) determined by the treating physician. The dosage of the prescription including opioids is also determined by the treating physician.