The Effect of a Methylprednisolone Taper on Outcomes Following Total Knee Arthroplasty
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Trial end date:
2027-12-01
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Summary
Pain control and early range of motion following total knee arthroplasty are essential for patient satisfaction. Intraoperative steroids (dexamethasone) have been shown to have a significant effect in controlling acute pain following total knee arthroplasty. This study aims to evaluate the effect of a post-operative steroid (methylprednisolone) taper in improving functional and patient-reported outcomes following total knee arthroplasty. A taper means taking a high dose of a medication followed by taking lower doses and each following day until the medication is stopped.