Effects of Perioperative Patient Education Regarding Compartment Syndrome on Post-operative Opioid Consumption

Effects of Perioperative Patient Education Regarding Compartment Syndrome on Post-operative Opioid Consumption

This study is a prospective, randomized trial. Our study aims to study the effects of perioperative patient education about compartment syndrome on patients' perception of their own pain, amount of opioid medication utilization, and rate of diagnosis of compartment syndrome.

Inclusion Criteria:

Patients with lower extremity trauma at risk for developing compartment syndrome specifically tibial plateau fractures, tibial/fibular shaft fractures, pilon fractures, and crush injuries.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with an extensive history of narcotic medication or drug use, polytrauma patients, and non-primary English speaking patients