Clinical trials
Postoperative Care clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative care clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 92 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07070050RecruitingPhase 4
NSAIDs after laparoscopic surgery: continuous or bolus?
This study compares giving NSAID pain relievers continuously through an IV versus as single doses (bolus) after laparoscopic surgery to find which method provides better pain relief with fewer side effects.
Moscow, Moscow OblastAges 18 years+ - NCT07874711Recruiting
Electronic bidets versus water rinsing after anal surgery
This trial compares using an electronic bidet to a regular water rinse (like a handheld bottle) for cleaning after surgery for anal fistula or hemorrhoids. It aims to see if an electronic bidet can improve comfort and healing during recovery.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06365710Recruiting
Physiotherapy vs telerehab after wrist fracture surgery
This study compares in-person physiotherapy with remote telerehabilitation after a specific type of wrist fracture surgery. It aims to see if doing rehab at home works as well as going to a clinic.
Helsinki, UusimaaAges 18–65 - NCT07632664Recruiting
New treatment model for older lung cancer surgery patients
This study tests a new approach to help older adults (65+) with early-stage lung cancer who are candidates for surgery. The goal is to improve outcomes by using a special assessment to understand each patient's overall health before and after the operation.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT07588737Recruiting
AI-Guided Recovery Support After Lung Cancer Surgery
This study uses artificial intelligence and a smartphone app to help monitor your recovery after lung cancer surgery. The goal is to track your symptoms and provide personalized guidance to support your healing and overall well-being.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07506720Recruiting
Early biking in bed after spine surgery
This study tests whether a short session of pedaling a special bike while lying in bed, soon after spine surgery, can help you recover faster. It's for people who could walk before surgery and are stable after the operation.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07378683Recruiting
Predicting infection risk after brain or spinal tumor surgery
This study is building a tool to predict the risk of surgical site infection after brain or spinal tumor surgery. It may help you understand your personal infection risk before your procedure.
Beijing, PUMCAges Any age - NCT07336277RecruitingPhase 3
Sleep quality study for hospitalized orthopedic trauma patients
This study tests if a special sleep program can help people with leg or foot injuries sleep better in the hospital. It may show if treatments like zolpidem or melatonin help improve sleep after surgery.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT06190730Recruiting
Remote symptom collection for better recovery after surgery
This trial uses a phone or computer app to track your symptoms after gastrointestinal tumor surgery. It aims to improve your recovery by keeping your care team informed remotely.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06676748RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Benzydamine gargle for sore throat after surgery
This trial tests whether a medicated mouthwash or gargle with benzydamine can help prevent a sore throat after surgery. It's for women having surgery with a type of breathing tube called a laryngeal mask airway.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT06575738RecruitingPhase 1
Semaglutide for teens after weight-loss surgery
This study looks at how teenagers and young adults respond to weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) and whether adding a medication called semaglutide can help improve weight loss. It has two parts: first observing how surgery affects you, then testing if semaglutide helps those who didn't lose enough weight after surgery.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–24 - NCT06844279Recruiting
Anesthesia depth monitoring for recovery after spinal surgery in older adults
This study tests whether carefully monitoring how deep your anesthesia is during spinal surgery can help older adults recover better and think more clearly afterward.
AnkaraAges 65 years+ - NCT07672015RecruitingPhase 4
Testing a new pain drug in surgery patients at risk for opioid dependence
This trial tests a new painkiller called suzetrigine for post-surgery pain. It's designed for people whose medical records suggest they may have a higher chance of needing strong painkillers (opioids) long after surgery. We want to see if suzetrigine works better at preventing that.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07841223Recruiting
Nasal oxygen therapy for mouth breathers after surgery
This trial tests a special oxygen mask that fits inside the nose for people who breathe through their mouth after surgery. It may help you get enough oxygen while you recover in the post-anesthesia care unit.
Nanjing, JaingsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07771101Recruiting
Using a pain monitor to time breathing-tube removal
This study tests whether a special monitor can help doctors know when it's safe to take a breathing tube out after surgery in the ICU. The monitor looks at pain signals, and the goal is to make the process of breathing on your own again more comfortable.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT07729891Recruiting
Vital sign monitoring after urological surgery
This study tests a system that constantly watches your vital signs (like heart rate and blood pressure) after urological surgery, to catch problems early. It's for people who are not expected to need the Intensive Care Unit after their operation.
Parma, ParmaAges 18 years+ - NCT07610915Recruiting
Measuring children's recovery after anaesthesia
This study aims to develop and test a questionnaire that measures how children feel and recover after surgery with anaesthesia. The goal is to improve care during recovery, which may help children feel better after their operation.
Bangkok Noi, BangkokAges 2–17 - NCT06943053Recruiting
Waterproof bandage study for knee replacement recovery
This study compares two types of waterproof bandages used after total knee replacement surgery to see which one works better at keeping the wound dry and clean.
Pathum Thani, Khlong luangAges 55 years+ - NCT05847010Recruiting
Study program to prevent postoperative delirium in older adults
This study adds an extra scientific program to help prevent confusion (“delirium”) after surgery in older adults. If you were already planned to join the main prevention program, this may help improve how care is delivered and how outcomes are measured.
BerlinAges 70 years+ - NCT06732193Recruiting
Fissios App for recovery after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests whether using a smartphone app (Fissios) after lung cancer surgery helps you recover with fewer complications. If you are scheduled for lung surgery for non-small cell lung cancer and have a smartphone, you may be eligible.
Madrid, MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07855107Recruiting
Self-care after pilonidal sinus surgery with a new drain
This study tests a new way to treat pilonidal sinus (a small tunnel under the skin near the tailbone) that combines special surgery with a drain that you can care for at home. It is for people who cannot easily come back to the hospital for wound care, so they can recover in their own community.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07392099Recruiting
Comparing a single pain relief class vs. usual care after orthopedic surgery
This study tests whether a single, 1-hour class on pain management (called Empowered Relief) can help people recover better after orthopedic surgery (like hip or knee replacement) compared to usual care. It is for people who have had moderate to severe pain for at least 3 months and are fluent in French.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06351475Recruiting
Albumin during surgery for advanced cancer in the abdomen
This trial tests whether adding a protein called albumin to standard fluids given during surgery helps patients with advanced cancer in the abdomen (from the ovaries, uterus, or digestive system) recover better. You would receive either the usual fluids or fluids plus albumin during your operation.
LyonAges 18–80 - NCT07646249Recruiting
Best breathing support after surgery in the ICU
This study compares different ways of helping patients breathe after surgery while they're being moved to the intensive care unit. Researchers want to find the safest and most effective method for patients who need a breathing tube.
Alessandria, ItalyAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative care?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 92 recruiting postoperative care 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 postoperative care 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 postoperative care 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.