Clinical trials
Post Operative Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting post operative pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 197 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06123715RecruitingPhase 2
Vitamin C to reduce pain after knee replacement
This study tests whether taking vitamin C before and after knee replacement surgery can reduce long-term pain. You may be eligible if you are having knee replacement for osteoarthritis and are generally healthy.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06206148Recruiting
Comparing ways to record pain after surgery
This study compares different methods of recording pain after surgery to see which is easiest and most accurate. If you have surgery and can use a smartphone or a button, you may be able to help.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06447545Recruiting
Comparing air pressure levels for gallbladder surgery pain
This trial compares two different air pressure levels used during laparoscopic gallbladder removal to see which one causes less pain after surgery, including shoulder pain and bile duct injuries.
Lahore, PUNAges Any age - NCT06466941Recruiting
Understanding acute pain after surgery
This study surveys surgical patients about their pain and emotional experience to better understand acute pain. You may help by answering questions or sharing your story.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06504277Recruiting
Lower gas pressure during surgery for shoulder pain reduction
This study compares two different gas pressures used during laparoscopic surgery to see if lower pressure reduces shoulder pain afterward. It may help if you're having surgery to remove an ovary, fallopian tube, or ovarian cyst.
Toronto, OntarioAges 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+ - NCT06609772Recruiting
Pain education for liver donors after surgery
This trial tests an individualised pain education program to see if it can reduce chronic pain and improve quality of life for living liver donors after their surgery.
Malatya, BattalgaziAges Any age - NCT06613178RecruitingPhase 4
IV acetaminophen for heart surgery recovery
This trial tests if giving acetaminophen (Tylenol) through a vein after heart surgery can help patients recover better. You may be a good fit if you are having planned heart surgery that is not an emergency.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06661642Recruiting
Predicting pain after planned surgery
This study looks at whether we can predict how much pain you will feel after surgery. It aims to help doctors better manage pain after your operation.
AalborgAges 18 years+ - NCT06777875Recruiting
How genes affect pain after surgery in children
This trial looks at how certain genes may affect how children feel pain after surgery. The goal is to understand if differences in your DNA can help doctors manage pain better for each child.
BeirutAges 8–18 - NCT06779604Recruiting
Numbing medicine mix for arm surgery pain relief
This trial tests if adding two medicines, dexmedetomidine and dexamethasone, to the numbing shot around the arm's nerves can improve pain relief during and after upper arm or hand surgery.
Istanbul, UmraniyeAges 18–70 - NCT06785753RecruitingPhase 2
Cold therapy for tooth pain after root canal
This study tests whether applying cold (cryotherapy) to the tooth and gum can reduce pain after root canal treatment in people with severe tooth pain. It aims to find a safe, drug-free way to manage pain during the procedure.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - 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 - NCT07101250RecruitingPhase 4
Study of acetazolamide before laparoscopic hysterectomy
This trial tests a medication called acetazolamide given before surgery to see if it can help prevent shoulder pain after a laparoscopic hysterectomy. If you are a woman scheduled for this type of hysterectomy, you may be able to join.
Greenville, South CarolinaAges 21–65 - NCT07102641RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing pain relief methods after c-section
This study compares two ways of giving pain medication after a cesarean section to see which works better. It may help find the best approach to manage pain after surgery while reducing the need for stronger medications.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16 years+ - NCT07185724RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac for fresh embryo transfer in IVF
This trial tests whether a medicine called ketorolac (a type of NSAID, similar to ibuprofen) can improve outcomes when you have a fresh embryo transfer during IVF. It may help reduce cramping or inflammation that could affect implantation.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–37 - NCT07226076RecruitingPhase 3
Methadone for knee replacement pain and less opioids
This trial tests if adding methadone during knee replacement surgery can better control pain after the operation and reduce the need for opioid painkillers. It may help you recover with less discomfort and fewer side effects from strong pain medicines.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT07227064RecruitingPhase 3
Methadone for pain relief after hip replacement surgery
This study tests whether a single dose of methadone given during hip replacement surgery can better control pain and reduce the need for other opioid painkillers afterward. It may help you recover with less pain and fewer side effects.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT07239505Recruiting
Pre-operative medication for tooth pain relief study
This trial tests a medication called Trinase, given before a root canal, to see if it reduces pain after the procedure compared to a placebo. It may help if you have a painful tooth that needs treatment.
Al Fayyum, Faiyum GovernorateAges 18–50 - NCT07250399Recruiting
Pain after root canal treatment with different tools
This trial compares two different ways of cleaning a tooth's root canal to see which causes less pain during and after treatment. It is for people with severe tooth pain in an upper premolar.
CairoAges 20–50 - NCT07680998Recruiting
Pain monitor device for recovery after day surgery
This trial tests a device that monitors pain and recovery after outpatient surgery. It may help manage pain more safely and improve your comfort after you go home.
Nîmes, GardAges 18 years+ - NCT07253025Recruiting
Comparing Two Root Canal Fillings for Pain Relief
This study compares two types of root canal filling materials—a resin-based sealer and a bioceramic sealer—to see which one causes less pain after the procedure. If you have a tooth with a painful, infected nerve (irreversible pulpitis), this trial may help determine which filler offers better comfort.
Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtoon Khawa(KPK)aAges 17–70 - NCT07310953Recruiting
Using new pain scales to guide rescue pain medicine after surgery
This trial tests if a simple pain scale (the NVS and PFAS) can help doctors better decide when to give extra pain medicine after surgery. It may help control pain more quickly and effectively after a procedure called VATS.
VigoAges 18 years+ - NCT07349810RecruitingPhase 4
Post-surgery pain pump study
This trial tests a pain pump after specific shoulder or knee surgeries to see how well it controls pain. It may help you recover more comfortably after surgery.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for post operative pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 197 recruiting post operative pain 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 post operative pain 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 post operative pain 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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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.