Opioid reduction research focuses on identifying and implementing strategies to decrease the use of opioid medications, particularly for the treatment of chronic pain. This research aims to address the opioid epidemic by exploring alternative pain management options, improving prescribing practices, educating healthcare providers and patients about the risks of opioids, and promoting the use of non-opioid therapies. Studies in this area may also investigate the impact of opioid reduction on patient outcomes, such as pain control, quality of life, and the potential for addiction or overdose.