Editorial Commentary: Unraveling Gordian's Knot: Opioids in Arthroscopy Pain Management.

Abstract

Pain management is crucial for a successful result after various knee surgeries. Opioids may be included in the postoperative pain management protocol but may be abused if not controlled. Following knee arthroscopy and related surgery, adolescent and young adult patients are commonly overprescribed opioids. The driving force behind opioid prescription should be explored in addition to reviewing and emphasizing perioperative interventions that can reduce postoperative opioid consumption, including wound injections and peripheral nerve blocks.