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Opioid Management Strategies for Postoperative Pain
Study Summary
This trial will test whether or not the twin block, an active pill dispenser, and ingestion tracking can reduce opioid prescription and its unwarranted use following third molar extractions.
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Study Objectives
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- I am getting at least one lower wisdom tooth removed under sedation.You have been prescribed opioid medication for pain in the past.You are classified as being in good health by the American Society of Anesthesiologists.I have never had symptoms of jaw joint (TMD) problems.I regularly use medication like NSAIDs or muscle relaxants for pain or inflammation.You have an iPhone or Android phone that can use the iPill® App.I am over 18 years old.I have never had any injuries to my jaws or teeth.I am allergic to certain local anesthetics, epinephrine, or opioids.I have never had surgery in the jaw or face area.I have an infection or pain in my wisdom teeth today.You have had eczema in the past.
- Group 1: Twin Block local anesthetic
- Group 2: Control
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this research venture recruiting new patients?
"The information on clinicaltrials.gov reveals that the recruitment phase of this medical trial has ended, as it was last updated on January 26th 2022. Despite this, there are still 483 other studies currently seeking participants."
What kind of results is this research striving to achieve?
"The primary goal of this study is to monitor the change in NRS pain scores between baseline and 96 hours post-pain administration. Secondary objectives include assessing any adverse events, evaluating failure of operability by measuring frequency of failed pill dispensing, as well as detecting tampering upon inspection of returned iPill Dispensers."
Is the Twin block method of treatment safe and reliable?
"Based on the Phase 2 status of this trial, we have assessed Twin block's safety as a score of two. While there is some evidence that it is safe to use, no data exists yet proving its efficacy."
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