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 420 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06282770Recruiting
Light therapy belt for lower back pain after spine surgery
This trial tests whether a special light therapy belt can help reduce long-term lower back pain you still have 1 to 5 years after spinal fusion or decompression surgery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07336303Recruiting
Ear acupuncture for thumb surgery pain
This study tests whether ear acupuncture (auriculotherapy) helps reduce pain after thumb arthritis surgery. If you're having this surgery and haven't tried ear acupuncture before, you may be able to join.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06874452RecruitingPhase 4
Anti-anxiety pill for second cataract surgery
This study tests if giving the anti-anxiety pill alprazolam (XANAX) before your second cataract surgery helps reduce anxiety and improve satisfaction with the procedure.
TaipeiAges 18–80 - NCT07452120Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for pain after hip surgery
This trial studies two different nerve block methods to see which provides better pain relief after hip replacement surgery. If you are having hip surgery and want to help find the best way to manage pain, this study may be for you.
Sivas, SivasAges 18 years+ - NCT07723352Enrolling by invitation
Testing Journavx for Thumb Arthritis Surgery Pain
This trial tests a new pain medicine called Journavx (suzetrigine) for people having thumb arthritis surgery. It aims to see how well the medicine controls pain after the operation.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40–80 - NCT07722117Recruiting
Reiki for pain after back surgery
This trial tests if Reiki, a gentle hands-on energy therapy, can help reduce pain after lumbar (lower back) surgery. It may offer a drug-free option to help you feel better during recovery.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06559215RecruitingPhase 2
Pain management with Exparel after knee surgery in teens
This trial is testing a long-acting numbing medicine called Exparel to see how well it controls pain after a specific knee surgery (MPFL reconstruction) in teens and young adults. It may help reduce the need for strong painkillers after the operation.
Frisco, TexasAges 13–21 - NCT07429669Recruiting
Comparing shoulder nerve blocks for pain and breathing
This study compares two different shoulder nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after shoulder surgery while also checking how they affect your breathing. If you are having a shoulder arthroscopy, you may be eligible to help find the safest and most effective pain control option.
Yenimahalle, AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT03808584Recruiting
Core muscle training after abdominal surgery to reduce hernia and pain
This study tests whether guided “core” muscle training after abdominal surgery can lower the chance of developing an incisional hernia and reduce pain. You may be eligible if you’re having abdominal surgery and can safely do the study exercise plan.
KoblenzAges 18 years+ - NCT07591207Recruiting
Pain relief patch after laparoscopic abdominal surgery
This trial tests whether a pain-relief patch (loxoprofen) works well and safely to reduce pain after common laparoscopic surgeries like gallbladder, appendix, or hernia repair. If it works, it could offer patients a non-invasive way to manage post-surgery pain.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–64 - NCT06529432RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a long-acting painkiller for lung surgery recovery
This trial tests a long-acting pain medication (bupivacaine liposome injection) to control pain after lung surgery done through a small cut. It may help you feel more comfortable and reduce the need for other pain medicines.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07215780Recruiting
Sitz baths after pelvic organ prolapse surgery
This study compares sitz baths to regular care after surgery for pelvic organ prolapse. It aims to see if sitz baths can help reduce pain and improve recovery. If you are having prolapse repair surgery, you may be able to join.
Bridgeport, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT03858231RecruitingPhase 4
Opioid vs non-opioid pain relief after knee arthroscopy
This study compares opioid pain medicine with non-opioid pain medicine after arthroscopic (keyhole) knee surgery. It aims to see which approach controls pain well while keeping side effects and risks lower.
Fargo, North DakotaAges 18–80 - NCT04219956Recruiting
Low-sugar diet aims to reduce belly-surgery pain
This study tests whether a special diet low in polyamines (a food-related substance) can reduce pain after major abdominal surgery. It compares pain control while you use a patient-controlled morphine pump or take opioid tablets by mouth after surgery.
BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT05179928Recruiting
Numbing injections for less pain after belly surgery
This trial compares two different numbing injection techniques to help control pain after surgery above the belly button. It may help people who qualify have better or longer-lasting pain relief with fewer side effects.
Damanhūr, El-BeheiraAges 21–60 - NCT05260320Recruiting
Testing the best anesthesia plan for teens having jaw surgery
This study looks at whether a standardized anesthesia plan works best for kids and teens having Le Fort jaw surgery at Johns Hopkins. If you qualify, the team may use or adjust anesthesia to improve safety and comfort during surgery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 14 years+ - NCT06183541Recruiting
Nerve block for hip fracture surgery pain
This study tests a special numbing medicine injection (called a pericapsular nerve group block) to see how well it controls pain during and after hip fracture surgery. It might help people have less pain and recover more comfortably.
Istanbul, UmraniyeAges 30–85 - NCT06270147RecruitingPhase 2
Timing of nerve blocks for weight loss surgery pain
This trial tests whether giving a nerve block before or after bariatric surgery works better for pain control. It could help you have less pain and use fewer painkillers after your procedure.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06486246Recruiting
Nerve block options for ACL surgery recovery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks for pain relief after ACL reconstruction. It aims to find which approach provides better comfort and faster recovery.
BarcelonaAges 18–50 - NCT06519955RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Can a nerve block reduce pain after hip surgery?
This trial tests whether a special nerve block called PLIA can lower pain right after hip-preserving surgery (PAO) for hip dysplasia. If you are a teen or young adult having this surgery, this study could help manage your pain better.
Iowa City, IowaAges 13–50 - NCT06568770RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing two nerve blocks for femur fracture surgery pain
This trial tests if one type of nerve block (PENG block) works better than another (S-FICB) for controlling pain during and after femur fracture surgery. Both blocks are guided by ultrasound to help with your recovery.
Sahiwal, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–70 - NCT06725862Recruiting
Pain relief methods for undescended testis surgery in children
This study compares two different numbing injections (caudal block vs retrolaminar block) given before surgery to see which one provides better pain control for children aged 1-7 undergoing undescended testis surgery.
IstanbulAges 1–7 - NCT06741696Recruiting
Saline rinsing after wisdom tooth removal
This trial tests whether using saline (salt water) at different temperatures after wisdom tooth surgery helps with healing and pain. It could help you recover more comfortably.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges Up to 59 years - NCT06754657RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing pain blocks for rotator cuff surgery recovery
This trial tests two ways of numbing the shoulder during rotator cuff surgery to see which leads to better recovery after outpatient surgery. It compares a single injection with a continuous pump that delivers numbing medicine for a longer time.
SantiagoAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pain after surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 420 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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