Steroid pack may cut opioid need after foot surgery

NCT ID NCT06780202

First seen Mar 10, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-day low-dose steroid (Medrol Dosepak) can help reduce pain, nausea, and the need for opioid painkillers after foot or ankle surgery. About 180 adults having surgery at Emory will take either the steroid or a placebo. The goal is to see if this simple, short-term treatment can improve recovery and lower opioid use.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Emory Musculoskeletal Institute, Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center

    RECRUITING

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30329, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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    Contact

  • Emory Sports Medicine Complex and Emory Orthopaedics and Spine Center

    RECRUITING

    Johns Creek, Georgia, 30022, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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