Perioperative acetaminophen use significantly reduces opioid utilization and improves pain control following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair

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Original post: August 31, 2021 1:05 am Newswise - Substance Abuse Perioperative acetaminophen use significantly reduces opioid utilization and improves pain control following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair

Including acetaminophen for pain management prior to and after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (ARCR) can significantly reduce opioid consumption and improve patient satisfaction post-surgery, according to a new study presented at the 2021 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).