During the opioid crisis in the United States, acute pain management has remained a persistent challenge for both patients ...
New persistent opioid use after surgery is associated with preoperative mood disorders, Medicaid status, and benzodiazepine ...
For many Americans, a routine surgical procedure serves as their first introduction to opioid pain medication. While most ...
The Pennsylvania Medical Society is unveiling a new website today that will help patients know if they should be prescribed opioids, such as Vicodin, Percocet and Oxycodone. Called "Opioids for Pain: ...
Undergoing major surgery can be a daunting experience, and managing postoperative pain effectively is crucial for a smooth recovery. Opiates are commonly prescribed to alleviate severe pain following ...
For many Americans, a routine surgical procedure serves as their first introduction to opioid pain medication. While most stop using these drugs as they heal, a considerable number of "opioid-naïve" ...
The ongoing opioid epidemic highlights health care’s role in fueling the crisis as well as the highly addictive nature of ...
Is there an association between the use of cannabis and the nonmedical use of prescription opiates? This is an important question in light of the increasing legal availability of marijuana. Some ...