- Podcast
- 12/09/2025
- UK
Preoperative Chronic Opiate Use Associated With A Worse Joint-Specific Function And Quality Of Life Before And After Total Hip And Knee Arthroplasty
Description
This episode of AI Talks with Bone & Joint, hosted by Simon and Amy, delves into a significant study regarding preoperative chronic opiate use and its effects on joint-specific function and quality of life in patients undergoing total hip and knee arthroplasty. Conducted by ES Martinson and colleagues, the research reveals that patients who used opiates for over a month before surgery had worse preoperative and postoperative outcomes compared to those who did not use opiates. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by patients with severe osteoarthritis, often requiring pain management through opiates, while underscoring the need for alternative pain management strategies. The findings also align with NICE guidelines recommending against the use of strong opiates for osteoarthritis pain. The episode concludes by stressing the importance of a holistic approach to managing osteoarthritis patients to improve surgical results.
Part of: Surgical Techniques and Training Collection
"Preoperative Chronic Opiate Use Associated With A Worse Joint-Specific Function And Quality Of Life Before And After Total Hip And Knee Arthroplasty" is included in the following Surgical Techniques and Training playlist: