New study tests drug-free pain relief after back surgery to cut opioid use
NCT ID NCT04770480
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two different ways to manage pain after lower back surgery without relying on drugs. About 267 adults will be randomly assigned to either standard care or an enriched pain management plan. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain and helps people stop taking opioids sooner.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, Texas, 78234, United States
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Madigan Army Medical Center
Tacoma, Washington, 98391, United States
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Tripler Army Medical Center
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96859, United States
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