New program aims to help surgery patients safely wean off opioids
NCT ID NCT03675386
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a program called the Transitional Pain Service Program for adults who have chronic pain and take opioids before surgery. The program includes pain education, therapy, and a mobile app to help patients manage pain and safely reduce opioid use. Researchers will compare how many patients successfully stop opioids and how much pain interferes with daily life between those in the program and those receiving usual care.
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Active substance
Transitional Pain Service Program (pain education, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and a mobile self-management app)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could provide a practical way to help patients reduce opioid use after surgery while still managing chronic pain effectively.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage study (210 participants) testing a complex behavioral intervention, so results may not apply to all patients or settings. Success depends on patient engagement and adherence.
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RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M5G 2N2, Canada
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