The Effect of Cryotherapy Application on Postoperative Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Control of acute pain and reduction of opioid use is important in the postoperative phase of patient care. “Cryotherapy” refers to the use of low temperatures for therapeutic purposes. Our objective was to systematically review and meta-analyze whether the application of cryotherapy on closed incisions reduces postoperative pain and opioid consumption.

Source: Journal of the American College of Surgeons - October 22, 2021 Category: Surgery Authors: Hala Muaddi, Erin Lillie, Stephanie Silva, Jori-Lee Cross, Karim Ladha, Stephen Choi, Aaron Mocon, Paul J. Karanicolas Tags: General Surgery Source Type: research