Magnesium as an Adjuvant Agent for Postoperative Pain

Magnesium as an Adjuvant Agent for Postoperative Pain Control Following Periacetabular Osteotomy

Participants are being asked to participate in this research study because they have elected to undergo periacetabular osteotomy (PAO). This research study is looking at if using IV magnesium during surgery can help to reduce pain after surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients undergoing periacetabular osteotomy with or without adjuvant hip arthroscopy

Exclusion Criteria:

• illiterate or non-English speaking patients
• patients with 2nd or 3rd degree AV block
• patients with severe renal insufficiency
• patients with heart failure
• patients with bradycardia