New study aims to cut opioid use after ankle surgery
NCT ID NCT03696199
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares three ways to manage pain after ankle fracture surgery: a long-acting numbing cocktail, regional anesthesia, and standard care. Researchers want to see if the numbing cocktail reduces the need for strong pain pills. About 70 adults with certain ankle fractures will take part.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
RECRUITINGBurlington, Massachusetts, 01805, United States
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