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Study: Pre- and Post-TKR Physical Therapy Lowers Odds of Long-Term Opioid Use

A large-scale study found that the lowered odds are especially significant for "opioid-experienced" patients.

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Date: Friday, November 5, 2021

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Date: November 5, 2021
Contact:  news@apta.org
Content Type:  Review

Symptoms & Conditions

Total Knee Arthroplasty, Opioid Dependency

Topics

Pain Management

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