Ear acupuncture during surgery could slash opioid use for hip patients

NCT ID NCT05384860

Summary

This study tested if adding acupuncture during hip replacement surgery helps patients recover faster. Researchers placed tiny needles in patients' ears while they were under anesthesia to see if it reduced pain and the need for opioid painkillers after surgery. The goal was to help patients go home sooner and have a more comfortable recovery with fewer side effects from strong medications.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    New York, New York, 10021, United States

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