Non-inferiority of intranasal ketamine compared to intravenous morphine for musculoskeletal pain relief among older adults in an emergency department: a randomised controlled trial.

Suchada TongbuaJiraporn Sri-OnKwannapa Thong-OnThitiwan Paksophis

Published in: Age and ageing (2022)

intranasal ketamine can provide a non-inferior analgesic effect compared to intravenous morphine for acute musculoskeletal pain in older adults with mild adverse effects and low incidence of rescue analgesic treatment.

Keyphrases

pain management
neuropathic pain
emergency department
chronic pain
high dose
spinal cord
spinal cord injury
liver failure
anti inflammatory
risk factors
physical activity
drug induced
low dose
mechanical ventilation