Clinical trials · St. Louis, MO
Postoperative Pain clinical trials in St. Louis
We’re tracking 7 recruiting postoperative pain studies with a site in or near St. Louis — including Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near St. Louis
- NCT06949826RecruitingPhase 4
Buprenorphine for pain after ankle fracture surgery
This trial tests if buprenorphine, a non-opioid pain medicine, works well for people who have not used opioids before. After ankle fracture surgery, you would get buprenorphine instead of stronger opioids to see if it controls pain just as well with fewer side effects.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07689162RecruitingPhase 2
Long-acting vs standard numbing for nose surgery pain
This study compares two types of numbing medicine used during open rhinoplasty (nose surgery) to see which one controls pain better after surgery. One is a long-acting version (liposomal bupivacaine) and the other is the standard numbing medicine (bupivacaine).
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05722002RecruitingPhase 4
Compare pain-med plans after low-risk surgery
This study tests which pain-medication plan works best and has the fewest side effects after certain low-risk surgeries. You may be assigned to receive opioid-based, NSAID-based, or acetaminophen-based pain control depending on your situation.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06023225Recruiting
Sex hormones, pain, and opioid use in girls after surgery
This study looks at how sex hormones affect pain and the use of pain medicine after orthopedic surgery in girls. It might help explain why some people need more pain relief than others.
St Louis, MissouriAges 11–16 - NCT05991453Recruiting
Recovery after IV vs. inhaled anesthesia for non-cardiac surgery
This trial compares recovery after two types of general anesthesia: one given through an IV (propofol) and one inhaled as a gas. It aims to see which approach leads to a smoother recovery for people having non-cardiac surgery.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06271265RecruitingPhase 1
Testing EXPAREL for pain after heart surgery in children
This study tests a long-acting pain medicine (EXPAREL) given during heart surgery to see how it works in young children. The goal is to help control pain after surgery with fewer side effects.
St Louis, MissouriAges birth–6 years - NCT07218133Recruiting
Ear Stimulation to Reduce Pain After Spine Surgery
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation delivered through the ear can reduce inflammation and pain after major spinal fusion surgery. If you are having a long spinal fusion, you might be able to join.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near St. Louis
Institutions with a site for the recruiting postoperative pain studies listed above.
- Washington University in St. Louis · 6 studies
- St. Louis Children's Hospital
What taking part in a postoperative pain study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there postoperative pain clinical trials near St. Louis?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 7 recruiting postoperative pain studies with a site near St. Louis, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a postoperative pain study near St. Louis?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in St. Louis to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near St. Louis, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a postoperative pain trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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