Reducing opioid use for managing pain after surgery
Opiod Analgesic Reduction Study (OARS): Managing Acute Post-Operative Surgical Pain
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10670330
This study is looking at how to manage pain after wisdom tooth surgery without using opioids, by comparing a mix of non-opioid pain relievers to regular opioid painkillers, to see which option helps patients feel better with fewer side effects.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10670330 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to effectively manage acute post-operative pain without relying on opioid medications. It involves a clinical trial where patients undergoing third molar extractions will be randomly assigned to receive either a combination of non-opioid pain relievers or the commonly prescribed opioid analgesic. The study aims to compare pain levels, side effects, patient satisfaction, and daily functioning between the two groups. By focusing on a common surgical procedure, the findings could provide valuable insights for pain management practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults undergoing third molar extractions who require pain management post-surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing surgical procedures or those with chronic pain conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the reliance on opioids for pain management, thereby lowering the risk of addiction and overdose.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that non-opioid analgesics can be effective for managing post-operative pain, suggesting that this approach may yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES — Newark, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FELDMAN, CECILE — RUTGERS BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: FELDMAN, CECILE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.