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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

On the right, a portrait of orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Dr. Kevin Kaplan wearing a white doctor’s gown saying “Jacksonville Orthopedic Institute.” On the left, a portrait of NYU Langone orthopedic surgeon Dr. Michael Alaia wearing glasses, a black blazer, a white shirt and a blue tie.

CBD tablet successfully relieves post-surgery pain, NYU study finds

NYU Langone researchers found ORAVEXX, a tablet containing CBD, to be effective in reducing pain after certain surgical procedures.
Danielle Reich, Contributing Writer April 13, 2022

Researchers at NYU’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery found that a tablet containing CBD known as ORAVEXX effectively reduces post-shoulder surgery pain without inducing side...