Randomized Trialhigh evidence
Effect of midodrine on orthostatic intolerance after hip and knee arthroplasty: A randomized controlled trial (the MObILE study).
Journal of clinical anesthesia·June 13, 2026·PMID 42287860
Why it mattersOI is a common barrier to early mobilization after arthroplasty, delaying discharge and recovery. This trial provides high-level evidence that a simple, well-tolerated oral agent can reduce OI and syncope, potentially enabling safer, faster rehabilitation.
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