The study examined tramadol, a common prescription opioid used to treat chronic pain . Tramadol has historically been perceived as a safer or less addictive opioid, which has contributed to its widespread use in chronic pain treatment, the study authors noted. The authors concluded that the benefits of tramadol for chronic pain are small and that the harms likely outweigh the benefits. The findings call into question the use of tramadol for chronic pain conditions, they stated. The trials involved several different types of chronic pain, but the data were not detailed enough to draw conclusions for any specific condition.

Source: Fox News December 25, 2025 22:45 UTC