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Assessment of Medrol Dosepak to Reduce Opioid Consumption in Foot and Ankle Surgical Patients

Testing if Medrol Dosepak reduces opioid use after foot/ankle surgery.

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18-95 years
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Phase 2

The study is looking at how a 6-day course of a medicine called methylprednisolone might help reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers, called opioids, after foot and ankle surgery. Methylprednisolone is a type of medicine that reduces inflammation, which is swelling and redness in the body. The study will also check if this medicine helps with other surgery-related problems and how patients feel about their recovery.

Researchers have found that people who have operations can sometimes end up using opioids for a long time, which can be dangerous. To help, they're trying a new method using methylprednisolone, which has worked in other types of surgeries. This medicine might help reduce pain and improve movement without using as many opioids.

  • Study Length: 6 days of taking the medicine.
  • Eligibility: Only for specific foot and ankle surgery patients, not those with other major health issues.
  • Benefits/Risks: Could lower need for opioids and pain, but may not be suitable for everyone.

Participants must be Emory Orthopedic patients having foot or ankle surgeries and should not have other major health issues or be unable to understand English.

Study details
    Foot Injuries and Disorders
    Ankle Injuries and Disorders
    Achilles Tendon Injury

NCT06780202

Emory University

1 March 2025

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