Clinical trials
Postoperative Pain Management clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative pain management clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 122 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06053476Recruiting
Chest tube and pain care after lung surgery for collapsed lung
This study compares two ways to manage the chest tube and pain after surgery for a collapsed lung (pneumothorax). The goal is to find out which approach helps patients recover faster and with less pain.
VeldhovenAges 16 years+ - NCT04811209Recruiting
Testing better pain control and recovery after orthopedic surgery
This trial looks at how well a pain-control plan works after certain orthopedic surgeries and how it affects recovery and patient-reported outcomes. It may help determine what level of pain relief is meaningful to patients after surgery.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–80 - NCT07717151Recruiting
Preventing long-term pain after surgery for chronic opioid users
This trial tests a method to prevent chronic pain after surgery in people who already take opioids regularly. It may help reduce long-term pain and improve recovery.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT07232940Recruiting
ESP vs SPSIP block for pain after lung surgery
This trial compares two different nerve block techniques (ESP and SPSIP blocks) to see which provides better pain relief after VATS (a minimally invasive lung surgery). If you qualify, you would receive one of the blocks before your surgery to help manage pain afterward.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18–65 - NCT07771205Recruiting
Aromatherapy for surgical anxiety and pain
This study tests whether breathing in relaxing scents before surgery can reduce anxiety and pain. If effective, it could offer a simple, drug-free way to help you feel calmer during your procedure.
Stockton, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07388745Recruiting
Comparing two pain blocks for heart bypass surgery
This study compares two different nerve-block injections (one near the spine, one under the shoulder blade) to see which provides better pain relief after heart bypass surgery. If you are scheduled for a planned bypass and are in reasonably good health, you might be able to join.
KütahyaAges 45–85 - NCT07731295Recruiting
Pain management study for teens getting wisdom teeth removed
This study looks at how to improve pain management after wisdom tooth extraction. It focuses on teens and young adults who use cannabis regularly, to see how it affects pain and recovery.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 15–20 - NCT07765095Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after hip socket surgery
This study tests a numbing injection around the hip socket to see if it reduces pain after surgery to fix a broken hip socket. It may help you feel better and need less pain medicine after your operation.
San JuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06633068RecruitingPhase 2
Pain relief study: nalbuphine added to numbing medicine for thyroid surgery
This study tests if adding nalbuphine to the numbing medicine (bupivacaine) given as a nerve block before thyroid surgery provides better pain relief. It is for adults having planned thyroid surgery.
Giza, الجيزةAges 18–60 - NCT07524673Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for chest surgery pain
This study tests two different numbing techniques (nerve blocks) to see which one works better for pain relief after minimally invasive chest surgery. Both methods inject medicine near nerves to reduce post-surgery pain.
Sivas, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT07445854Recruiting
Sensory mapping after nerve blocks for gallbladder surgery
This trial measures how different regional anesthesia techniques affect sensation on the skin. It may help doctors understand how to better manage pain after gallbladder surgery.
Samsun, IlkadımAges 18–75 - NCT07401641Recruiting
Pain control study for oral cancer surgery
This study tests two different pain medicines (dezocine or nalbuphine) combined with sufentanil to see which helps better control pain after oral cancer surgery with free flap reconstruction. It also looks at side effects and how well the transplanted tissue survives.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06839716Recruiting
Comparing a numbing gel with standard pain block after stomach cancer surgery
This study tests a gel made of ropivacaine (a numbing medicine) in a special hydrogel to see if it works as well as the standard pain block injection (TAP block) for controlling pain after minimally invasive stomach cancer surgery. The gel is applied directly near the surgical wound.
SeoulAges 20 years+ - NCT07316166RecruitingPhase 4
Nerve Block With or Without Extra Medicine for Hip Replacement
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks for pain relief after total hip replacement. One block uses a standard numbing medicine, and the other adds a medication (dexmedetomidine) that may extend the pain relief. The goal is to see which approach works better for managing pain after surgery.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–80 - NCT06545409Recruiting
Nerve block for pain relief in robotic thymus surgery
This trial tests a nerve block to reduce pain after robotic thymus surgery. It may help patients with thymus growths or cysts have less pain and use fewer painkillers after their operation.
RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT07242170Recruiting
Comparing nerve blocks for pain after knee replacement surgery
This trial tests if adding extra nerve blocks (sciatic, BiFeS, or IPACK) to the usual adductor canal block can reduce pain after total knee replacement. The goal is to find a better way to manage pain and improve recovery.
Erzincan, MerkezAges 18–75 - NCT05525923Recruiting
Personalized pain plan after chest surgery in adults
This trial tests a personalized (tailored) plan to manage pain after thoracic (chest) surgery. It may help improve comfort and recovery by matching pain treatment to your situation after surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT05452694Recruiting
Personalized pain relief after back fusion surgery
This trial tests a personalized plan to manage pain after lumbar (lower back) fusion and decompression surgery. It may help reduce difficult pain while guiding safe use of opioids around the time of surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT07037888RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac for pain after hip arthroscopy
This study tests whether ketorolac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), helps manage pain after hip surgery. It may offer an opioid-sparing option for patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI).
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–89 - NCT06964282Recruiting
Comparing Two Nerve Blocks for Hip Replacement Pain Relief
This study compares two types of nerve blocks (iliopsoas block and PENG block) to see which one provides better pain relief and recovery after hip replacement surgery. If you are having a hip replacement with spinal anesthesia, you may be a good candidate.
LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT06931743Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for pain after thyroid surgery
This trial tests if electrical stimulation can help reduce pain after thyroid surgery. It is for people who have at least moderate pain after their operation.
Shanghai, Changning DistrictAges 18 years+ - NCT06745388RecruitingPhase 4
Magnesium for cramping during hysteroscopy or D&C
This study tests whether magnesium can reduce cramping during a hysteroscopy or D&C. If you are having one of these procedures and are not on certain medications, you may qualify.
Royal Oak, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07504705Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for pain after gallbladder surgery
This trial compares two types of nerve blocks (intertransverse process block and erector spinae plane block) to see which provides better pain relief after gallbladder removal surgery using small incisions (laparoscopic cholecystectomy).
Konya, KonyaAges 18 years+ - NCT07857655RecruitingPhase 4
Intraoperative methadone for pain after head and neck cancer surgery
This trial tests whether giving methadone during your head and neck cancer surgery helps control pain right after the operation. Methadone is a long-acting painkiller that might reduce pain for up to a day or more, potentially improving your recovery experience.
Portland, OregonAges 18–89
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative pain management?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 122 recruiting postoperative pain management 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 pain management 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 pain management 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.