Standardized opioid prescriptions after hand and forearm surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate whether a standardized opioid prescription following elective hand and forearm surgery can reduce the number of unused opioid pills while still providing effective pain control. Patients at Toronto Western Hospital will be randomly assigned to receive either a standardized prescription or the usual physician-prescribed opioids. The standardized prescription includes Oxycodone or alternatives based on patient needs, along with guidance on using non-opioid analgesics to minimize narcotic consumption. The study will assess opioid use and pain management through follow-up consultations.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1\. Patients presenting to TWH for elective ambulatory hand and forearm surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Chronic opioid treatment, defined as more than 6 tablets of Oxycodone 5 mg per day (or equivalent)
2. Cognitive impairment or any other condition causing inability to use 'as required' medication for pain control
3. Language barrier preventing completion of patient diary
4. Patient refusal

Where it's running

• Toronto Western Hospital
  Toronto, Ontario, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Anuj Bhatia, MD FRCPC — Uhn
• Study coordinator: Anuj Bhatia, MD FRCPC
• Email: anuj.bhatia@uhn.ca
• Phone: (416) 603 5800

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.