Lumbopelvic Medical Procedures Flashcards
What is the probability of continuing opioids for 1 year after 8 days of consuming?
13.5%
What is the probability of continuing opioids for 1 year if a second opioid is prescribed or a refill is received?
14%
What is the probability of continuing opioids for 1 year after 31 days?
30%
Which opioid has the highest probability of dependency?
Long-acting opioids (oxycontin, fentanyl)
Which opioid has the second highest probability of long-term use?
Tramadol
What percentage of patients remain taking opioids for more than 1 month?
64%
Define opioid tolerance.
Decreased drug effect over time
What are the complications associated with opioid tolerance?
Opioid-induced constipation and respiratory depression
Define opioid-induced hyperalgesia.
Paradoxical state of increased nociceptive sensitization
How does opioid-induced hyperalgesia manifest?
Diffuse pain less defined in quality, extending to other areas
What were the study’s findings on pain reduction in the ED with ibuprofen/acetaminophen vs opioid/acetaminophen combinations?
No significant or clinically important differences in pain reduction
What was the objective of the 12-month randomized trial comparing opioids to nonopioids?
To compare opioid vs nonopioid medications on pain-related function, pain intensity, and adverse effects
What were the conclusions regarding opioid therapy for chronic back pain or hip/knee osteoarthritis pain?
Opioid therapy was not superior to nonopioid medications for pain-related function improvement
What was the pain severity score in the opioid group?
4.0
What was the pain severity score in the non-opioid group?
3.5
Describe prolotherapy.
Repeated injections of irritant solutions to strengthen ligaments