Clinical trials
Pain After Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting pain after surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 415 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07472296Recruiting
Comparing nerve blocks for heart surgery pain relief
This trial compares different types of nerve blocks to see which works best for managing pain after heart surgery through the breastbone. It may help reduce the need for strong pain medications.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18–80 - NCT07472959RecruitingPhase 4
Morphine for pain after heart bypass surgery
This study tests whether giving morphine during coronary artery bypass surgery can help control pain after the operation. It is for people having planned heart bypass surgery who are moderately sick and not already on strong pain medicines.
Istanbul, Outside of the USAges 18–80 - NCT06555107Recruiting
Pain before emergency surgery and long-term pain after
This study looks at whether pain you feel before emergency surgery affects long-term pain after the surgery. It may help doctors find ways to prevent chronic pain in patients who have emergency orthopedic (bone/joint) or abdominal (belly) surgery.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06534372Recruiting
Factors affecting chronic pain after open-heart surgery
This study looks at factors that may lead to long-term pain after open-heart surgery. It follows patients who have coronary bypass or valve surgery to understand what might cause ongoing pain.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18–80 - NCT07334288Recruiting
Numbing injection for pain relief after lower back surgery
This study tests a numbing injection near the spine (retrolaminar block) to reduce pain after lower back surgery with hardware. It could help you use less pain medicine and recover more comfortably.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18–80 - NCT06381063RecruitingPhase 3
Anti-inflammatory for heart surgery
This trial is testing whether a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) given during heart surgery can reduce complications. It's for people having planned open-heart surgery with a heart-lung machine.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06507345Recruiting
Non-opioid pain relief after breast surgery
This trial tests whether non-opioid pain medicines can effectively control pain after mastectomy or lumpectomy, allowing you to go home the same day without needing strong opioids.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06978179Recruiting
Nerve blocks for pain after lower belly surgery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (QL block vs TAP block) to see which one provides better pain relief after lower abdominal surgery. If you are having this surgery, you may be able to join and receive one of these blocks to help manage your pain.
SohagAges 18–65 - NCT06785350Recruiting
Smallest effective steroid dose for spine surgery pain
This study tests whether a very small amount of a steroid (betamethasone) placed around the surgical cut can help control pain after spine surgery. It aims to find the lowest dose that still works well, so patients may need fewer painkillers and recover more comfortably.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07568405Enrolling by invitation
How Remifentanil Affects Pain Sensitivity During Surgery
This study tests how a pain-relief medication called remifentanil changes the way your body responds to pressure pain. Researchers will measure your pain sensitivity before and after receiving this medication to better understand how it works.
Brussels, Brussels CapitalAges 18–65 - NCT07533786RecruitingPhase 2
New Pain Medicine After Abdominal Surgery
This study tests a new medication called HSK55718 to treat pain after abdominal surgery. If you're having moderate to severe pain within 4 hours of surgery, this trial may help you get relief and contribute to finding better pain treatments.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT07571252RecruitingPhase 4
Pain Relief Before Jaw Surgery: A Study
This study tests whether taking pain medicine before jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) helps reduce pain after the procedure. If you're having jaw surgery, this trial may help doctors understand the best way to manage your pain.
San JuanAges 21–65 - NCT07026786Recruiting
Mindfulness for recovery after colorectal surgery
This study tests whether adding mindfulness sessions to your standard recovery plan helps you heal better after bowel surgery. You'll use a phone or tablet app to guide your mindfulness practice during your hospital stay.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07442539Recruiting
Numbing medicine for pain after hemorrhoid surgery
This trial tests a long-acting numbing medicine called liposomal bupivacaine to see if it reduces pain after hemorrhoid surgery better than standard care. It may be an option for people who are otherwise healthy and scheduled for this surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–64 - NCT07164677Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after open-heart surgery
This study tests a nerve block (an injection near the back muscles) to see if it helps control pain after open-heart surgery. It might be a good option if you are having planned heart surgery through a cut in the middle of your chest.
SamsunAges 18–80 - NCT07486505Recruiting
Mindfulness for pain after arm or leg fracture surgery
This study tests whether brief mindfulness sessions before and after surgery help people manage pain and anxiety while recovering from a broken arm or leg, and may reduce the need for strong painkillers (opioids). It aims to see if this approach is practical and helpful for patients.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07048522Recruiting
Nimodipine before bowel cancer surgery
This trial tests if giving nimodipine before and after surgery for bowel cancer can help improve recovery and reduce pain. It may be a good fit if you meet the age and health requirements.
Pátrai, AchaeaAges 18–75 - NCT06779812Recruiting
Auriculotherapy for pain after carpal tunnel surgery
This trial tests whether auriculotherapy (needles or pressure on specific points in the ear) can help reduce pain after endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery. If you have carpal tunnel syndrome and are scheduled for this surgery, you may be able to join.
ParisAges 20 years+ - NCT07846878Recruiting
Predicting pain after orthopedic surgery
This study tests a tool that doctors can use before surgery to predict whether you might have longer-lasting pain after bone or joint surgery. Knowing this in advance could help your care team plan better pain relief for you.
ChongqingAges 18–90 - NCT07739277Recruiting
Comparing two ways to give a chest wall pain block for breast surgery
This study compares two ways of giving a numbing injection (a nerve block) to the side of the chest wall for pain relief after breast surgery. The goal is to see which method works better for reducing pain and the need for pain medicine.
Ankara, Yenimahalle\AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07229495RecruitingPhase 4
Tegileridine for pain after scoliosis surgery in teens
This trial tests a new pain medicine, tegileridine, for teenagers having spine surgery for scoliosis. It aims to see if it controls pain well after the operation, and if it's safe.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 10–17 - NCT07699744RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid injection study for pain after shoulder surgery
This trial tests if adding a steroid (dexamethasone) to a nerve block shot can reduce the severe pain that often returns after shoulder surgery. You will receive either a single injection or a continuous flow of pain medicine through a small tube.
Seoul, Jongno-guAges 19–79 - NCT07073846RecruitingPhase 4
Lidocaine and dexmedetomidine for pain after weight-loss surgery
This study tests whether adding two medicines (lidocaine and dexmedetomidine) to your anesthesia during weight-loss surgery can reduce pain, swelling, and stress on the body. It might help you have a smoother recovery.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18–60 - NCT07257744Recruiting
Pain management after open heart surgery: comparing three methods
This trial compares three ways to manage pain after open heart surgery to see which best prevents long-term chronic pain. It may help you decide with your doctor which pain control option is right for you.
Trabzon, TrabzonAges 18–85
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Pain After Surgery trials by state
Studies with a site anywhere in these states.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pain after surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 415 recruiting pain after surgery studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a pain after surgery trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a pain after surgery trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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