Prescription opioids fail new rigorous test for chronic pain - Washington Post

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Washington PostPrescription opioids fail new rigorous test for chronic painWashington PostCHICAGO — A yearlong study offers rigorous new evidence against using prescription opioids for chronic pain. In patients with stubborn back aches or hip or knee arthritis, opioids worked no better than over-the-counter drugs or other nonopioids at ...and more »