New smart pill dispenser aims to curb opioid misuse after surgery

NCT ID NCT06358040

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests a new device that only releases opioid pills at set times after spine surgery, aiming to reduce misuse and side effects. Half of the 30 participants will use the device and an app, while the other half get a standard pill bottle and app. Researchers will track pain scores and opioid use for two weeks after surgery to see if the device helps patients take opioids more safely.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Opioid-Dispensing Device (Addinex)
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could help patients take opioids more safely after surgery, reducing the risk of addiction and side effects.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 30 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may be inconvenient or not improve safety as hoped.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

opioid abuse Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DISKECTOMY LAMINECTOMY MEDICAL DEVICE OPIOID USE PAIN, POSTOPERATIVE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital for Special Surgery
RECRUITING

New York, New York, 10021, United States

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