Massive study tests Drug-Free pain relief after surgery

NCT ID NCT04570371

First seen Nov 14, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested whether a special conversation guide and decision-support tool in electronic health records could help adults manage pain and improve physical function after surgery without relying on drugs. Over 81,000 adults having surgery at participating hospitals took part. The goal was to see if this approach reduces pain, anxiety, and opioid use while boosting recovery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic Florida

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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