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Ankle (Ligaments); Instability (Old Injury)NCT07154433

A Study on Reducing Opioid Use After Ankle Arthroscopy

A study testing Opioid Analgesic Regimen and Non-opioid analgesic regimen in people with Ankle (Ligaments); Instability (Old Injury) and Ankle Sprain, run by Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine at 1 site in China.

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Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

Study Title Effect of a Postoperative Multimodal Analgesic Protocol Predominantly Based on Non-Opioid Medications vs Opioid-Based Analgesia on Pain After Ankle Arthroscopy: A Noninferiority Randomized Clinical Trial Purpose This study aims to compare the pain control effect and side effects of non-opioid versus opioid… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 65 years
What is being tested?
Opioid Analgesic Regimen and Non-opioid analgesic regimen
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
112 participants
Where
1 siteChina
Study dates
1 Sep 2025to 7 May 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 65 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age 18-65 years old. Scheduled for elective ankle arthroscopy under general anesthesia(Arthroscopic procedures including:(1) debridement procedures, including synovectomy, removal of loose bodies, and treatment of soft-tissue or bony impingement; (2) cartilage-related procedures, including debridement, microfracture, or other bone marrow stimulation techniques for osteochondral lesions of the talus; and (3) ligamentous procedures, including arthroscopically assisted repair or reconstruction for chronic lateral ankle instability).
  • American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I or II. Body mass index (BMI) 16-32 kg/m². Able to understand and sign the informed consent form. Willing and able to comply with study procedures, including follow - up visits and outcome assessments.

Who cannot join

  • History of chronic pain (pain lasting >3 months) or current use of opioid medications within the past 3 months.
  • Known allergies or contraindications to study medications (celecoxib, acetaminophen, oxycodone, tramadol, dezocine).
  • Severe cardiovascular, hepatic, renal, or respiratory dysfunction (ASA ≥ III). History of substance abuse, alcohol dependence, or significant psychiatric disorders.
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women. Participation in another clinical trial within the past 30 days. Unstable medical conditions that may interfere with study participation or outcome assessment.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

China1 site
  • 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000

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About this study

Official title: Effect of a Postoperative Multimodal Analgesic Protocol Predominantly Based on Non-Opioid Medications vs Opioid-Based Analgesia on Pain After Ankle Arthroscopy: A Noninferiority Randomized Clinical Trial

Study Title Effect of a Postoperative Multimodal Analgesic Protocol Predominantly Based on Non-Opioid Medications vs Opioid-Based Analgesia on Pain After Ankle Arthroscopy: A Noninferiority Randomized Clinical Trial

Purpose This study aims to compare the pain control effect and side effects of non-opioid versus opioid medications in patients undergoing ankle arthroscopy. The goal is to find a safer analgesic strategy to reduce opioid use and related risks (e.g., addiction, respiratory depression) while maintaining effective postoperative pain management.

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Design Study Type: Prospective, randomized controlled trial. Participants: 110 adults (18-65 years) scheduled for ankle arthroscopy under general anesthesia.

Interventions:

Experimental Group: Non-opioid regimen (celecoxib + acetaminophen). Control Group: Opioid regimen (oxycodone + acetaminophen). Assessments: Pain scores (NRS) at 2 hours,6 hours,12 hours, 24 hours, and days 2-6 postoperatively; Area under the curve (AUC\_{0-24}) of Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) pain intensity scores from 0-24 hours.adverse events (e.g., nausea, constipation); The total consumption of additional rescue opioids, expressed as oral morphine equivalent dose (OME); patient satisfaction.

Key Eligibility Able to provide informed consent. ASA physical status I-II. BMI 16-32 kg/m². Exclusion criteria: Chronic pain, opioid use history, allergies to study drugs, or severe organ dysfunction.

Benefits \& Risks Benefits: Standardized analgesia management and personalized pain monitoring; potential contribution to safer clinical pain protocols.

Risks: Opioids may cause nausea, sedation, or respiratory depression; non-opioids may carry risks of gastrointestinal bleeding or liver injury. Emergency support is available for severe events.

Contact Information

For more details, contact the research team at Zhejiang University Second Affiliated Hospital:

Phone: 0571-87783759 Email: keyanlunli_zheer@163.com This trial is registered to evaluate non-opioid alternatives for ankle arthroscopy pain control, prioritizing patient safety and evidence-based care.

Being tested
Opioid Analgesic Regimen, Non-opioid analgesic regimen
Medical subject headings
Ankle Injuries

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Opioid Analgesic RegimenDrug

    Participants will take 5 mg/325 mg of oxycodone - acetaminophen every 6 hours as needed for pain, with a maximum of 4 doses per day. Rescue analgesia protocol: a limited rescue prescription of oxycodone/acetaminophen (containing 5 mg oxycodone), to be taken every 2 hours as needed, with no more than 10 tablets per day, and only if adequate pain relief is not achieved (defined as NRS score ≥ 4).

  • Non-opioid analgesic regimenDrug

    Immediately after surgery, patients will receive oral acetaminophen 500 mg plus celecoxib 400 mg. Thereafter, celecoxib 200 mg BID and acetaminophen 500 mg Q6H will be administered. Rescue analgesia protocol: a limited rescue prescription of oxycodone/acetaminophen (containing 5 mg oxycodone), to be taken every 2 hours as needed, with no more than 10 tablets per day, and only if adequate pain relief is not achieved (defined as NRS score ≥ 4).

Study groups in NCT07154433
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Non-Opioid Analgesia GroupExperimentalParticipants in this group will receive a multimodal non - opioid analgesic regimen. The treatment includes celecoxib(Flurbiprofen axetil) and acetaminophen(Jingxin (a Chinese pharmaceutical company)), aiming to provide effective pain relief while reducing the use of opioids and minimizing associated risks such as addiction, respiratory depression, and gastrointestinal adverse events during the perioperative period of ankle arthroscopy.
Receives: Drug: Non-opioid analgesic regimen
Opioid Analgesia GroupActive comparatorThis group will be administered an opioid - based regimen with oxycodone - acetaminophen(Parecoxib). It represents the usual clinical practice for postoperative pain control and serves as a reference to compare the efficacy and safety of the non - opioid regimen in managing pain after ankle arthroscopy.
Receives: Drug: Opioid Analgesic Regimen

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Pain score at 24 hours post-operation

    The pain score will be assessed using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), where 0 represents "no pain" and 10 represents "the worst pain imaginable." This score reflects the patient's subjective experience of pain intensity 24 hours after ankle arthroscopy. By comparing the NRS scores between the non - opioid analgesia group and the opioid analgesia group, we can evaluate the effectiveness of each intervention in managing acute postoperative pain.

    Measured: 24 hours after ankle arthroscopy

Secondary outcomes (11)
  1. Area under the curve (AUC\_{0-24}) of Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) pain intensity scores from 0-24 hours.

    The area under the curve (AUC) of NRS pain scores within the first 24 hours will be calculated using NRS measurements at 2, 6, 12, and 24 hours postoperatively, providing an accurate estimate of the patient's overall pain experience during the 24-hour period.

    Measured: Within 24 hours postoperatively

  2. The total consumption of additional rescue opioids, expressed as oral morphine equivalent dose (OME)

    This indicator reflects whether pain control in the non-opioid group is adequate. If pain control is insufficient, patients will consume more opioids for rescue, thereby allowing an inference on the analgesic efficacy of the non-opioid regimen.

    Measured: From immediately after surgery until 6 days post - operation

  3. Incidence of adverse events

    Adverse events related to the analgesic regimens will be recorded, including but not limited to nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, sedation, respiratory depression, and gastrointestinal bleeding. The occurrence rate of each adverse event will be calculated for both groups to evaluate the safety profiles of the non - opioid and opioid interventions.

    Measured: From the start of medication administration until 6 days post - operation

  4. Patient - reported satisfaction

    Participants will complete a 4-point likert scale to describe his satisfaction of the pain manegement at 6 days post - operation. The questionnaire assesses patients' overall satisfaction with the pain management strategy, including aspects such as effectiveness of pain relief, tolerability of medications, and impact on daily activities. Scores range from 1 (extremely dissatisfied) to 4 (extremely satisfied).

    Measured: 6 days post - operation

  5. Patient - reported outcome measures (PROMIS) scores

    Participants will fill out the PROMIS Pain Interference - Short Form (PI - SF) . it evaluate the impact of pain on daily function , respectively. Scores are standardized, with higher values indicating greater interference or disturbance.

    Measured: Baseline (pre - operation), and 6 days post - operation

  6. Pain score on the second postoperative day

    Pain intensity will be evaluated using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS, 0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain imaginable) at second postoperative day. the scores help to comprehensively assess the time - course of pain relief provided by each intervention.

    Measured: 2 hours post - operation; 2 - 6 days post - operation

  7. Pain score on the third postoperative day

    Pain intensity will be evaluated using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS, 0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain imaginable) at third postoperative day. the scores help to comprehensively assess the time - course of pain relief provided by each intervention.

    Measured: the third postoperative day

  8. Pain score on the forth postoperative day

    Pain intensity will be evaluated using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS, 0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain imaginable) at forth postoperative day. the scores help to comprehensively assess the time - course of pain relief provided by each intervention.

    Measured: the forth postoperative day

  9. Pain score on the fifth postoperative day

    Pain intensity will be evaluated using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS, 0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain imaginable) at fifth postoperative day. the scores help to comprehensively assess the time - course of pain relief provided by each intervention.

    Measured: on the fifth postoperative day

  10. Pain score on the sixth postoperative day

    Pain intensity will be evaluated using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS, 0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain imaginable) at sixth postoperative day. the scores help to comprehensively assess the time - course of pain relief provided by each intervention.

    Measured: the sixth postoperative day

  11. Insomnia Severity Index

    To assess the subjective severity of insomnia before and after surgery, its impact on daytime functioning, and the degree of distress caused by sleep problems.

    Measured: Baseline (pre - operation), and 6 days post - operation

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted4 Sep 2025
  2. Study start1 Sep 2025
  3. Primary completion1 May 2026
  4. Study completion7 May 2026

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Prevention
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
This interventional study employs a parallel - group, randomized, assessor - blinded design to compare the effectiveness and safety of non - opioid versus opioid medications for perioperative analgesia in ankle arthroscopy patients. Randomization: Eligible participants (n = 110) are randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to either the non - opioid or opioid group using a computer - generated random number sequence.The randomization is stratified by the surgical incision: standard arthroscopic portals versus the arthroscopy-assisted mini-open approach. The randomization process is conducted by an independent statistician, ensuring unbiased allocation and minimizing selection bias.
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Investigator
Enrolment
112 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07154433
Sponsor's protocol ID
2025-0286
Status last verified
Aug 2025
First submitted
10 Jul 2025
Last updated
17 Jun 2026
Results posted
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Opioid Analgesic Regimen and Non-opioid analgesic regimen in people with Ankle (Ligaments); Instability (Old Injury) and Ankle Sprain, run by Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine at 1 site in China.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 17 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in China. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Pain score at 24 hours post-operation (time frame: 24 hours after ankle arthroscopy). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 17 Jun 2026.

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