A few years ago, here in the US, the Veterans Administration has listed Tramadol as it would the most controlled and addictive drugs.....
we have record opioid addiction here. Caution would be advised. Good luck.
Tramadol is a good pain killer. It is suggested that it should not be taken long term though. I can understand you taking it if you are in pain.
Don't kid yourself, tramadol is addictive, it is an opiod. Prednisone is not.