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Musculoskeletal Outcomes Using Tylenol/Ibuprofen vs. Oral Steroids in New Injuries
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo
Summary
In this pilot study, the investigators aim to compare two short-term pain relief methods administered over the course of 6 days in the setting of acute musculoskeletal (MSK) pain: 1. Methylprednisolone((Medrol)dose pack- standard taper per dose pack instructions 2. Standard of Care (SOC) which includes a combination of Acetaminophen (Tylenol)+Ibuprofen (Motrin) The investigators are interested in studying pain relief regimens for acute injury of any body part among an adult orthopaedic urgent care population.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-09-17
Completion Date
2027-01
Last Updated
2026-02-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Methylprednisolone 4Mg Tab
Participants follow standard 6- day taper dosing schedule.
Acetaminophen 500Mg Tab
Participants follow a 6- day taper dosing schedule.
Ibuprofen 200Mg Oral Tablet
Participants follow a 6- day taper dosing schedule.
Locations (1)
UBMD Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine (716 Health)
Buffalo, New York, United States