Columbia University
This study compares the efficacy of a 5-day post-operative oral prednisone regimen (40 mg daily) with the standard intraoperative steroid regimen, focusing on pain, swelling, range of motion, opioid use, and glucose levels monitored continuously.
Inclusion Criteria: * Undergoing Primary Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty or Total Hip Arthroplasty * Age 18 and above Exclusion Criteria: * Steroid therapy * Narcotic use within past 3 months * History of corticosteroid intolerance * Pregnancy * Uncontrolled diabetes * Doesn't own smart phone Drop Criteria: \- 2nd dose of IV dexamethasone
40 mg daily for 5 days
Provides real-time glucose readings for up to 14 days
Temporary medical-grade tattoos that provide real-time monitoring of knee swelling and range of motion
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