Clinical trials
Postoperative clinical trials
Below are recruiting postoperative clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,421 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07187310Recruiting
Two types of nerve blocks for gallbladder surgery
This trial compares two different nerve blocks (EXORA and ESP) to see which one works better for pain control during and after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. If you're having elective gallbladder surgery, you may be able to join.
El Fayoum Qesm, Faiyum GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07189260Recruiting
Breathing exercises to prevent pneumonia after hip fracture
This trial tests whether simple breathing exercises before and after surgery can help prevent pneumonia in people with hip fractures. It is not a medication study—you'd use a small device to help you breathe deeply.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT07197710Recruiting
Imagined acupuncture for pain after spine surgery
This trial tests if imagining acupuncture, guided by a video, can help reduce pain after spinal surgery. It is for adults having their first spine surgery on one or two bones.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07198412Recruiting
Study on sedation's effect on back pain after spinal anesthesia
This study looks at whether giving sedation (medicine to help you relax) during spinal anesthesia can reduce back pain after surgery. It's for people having certain types of surgery on their lower abdomen or legs.
Banhā, Qalyubia GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07200544RecruitingPhase 4
Meloxicam for skin cancer surgery pain
This study tests if meloxicam, an anti-inflammatory painkiller, helps control pain after Mohs surgery for skin cancer. It aims to reduce the need for stronger opioid pain medicines.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18–110 - NCT07203859Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after kidney stone surgery
This study tests a nerve block (called Quadro Iliac Plane Block) given during kidney stone surgery to see if it helps control pain after the procedure. If you are having this type of surgery and are generally healthy, you may be able to join.
Sivas, SivasAges 18–65 - NCT07204132Recruiting
Freezing and Immunotherapy for Bladder Cancer
This study tests a combination treatment for people with early-stage bladder cancer who want to avoid bladder removal. It uses a freezing technique (cryoablation) inside the bladder along with immunotherapy drugs to see if this can cure the cancer while keeping the bladder.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–85 - NCT07207772Recruiting
Electric lung imaging vs. standard breathing support in weight-loss surgery
This study compares two ways of setting the breathing machine during weight-loss surgery: one guided by electrical impedance tomography (EIT) and the other by standard care. The goal is to see which one helps your lungs work better during and after surgery.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–65 - NCT07208799RecruitingPhase 2
Steroid comparison for jaw fracture recovery
This trial compares two steroid medicines (dexamethasone and methylprednisolone) to see which one better reduces swelling, pain, and other symptoms after surgery for a broken lower jaw near the chin. It could help you recover faster and with less discomfort.
Multan, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT07209345Recruiting
Scalp pain relief after brain surgery
This trial tests whether numbing the scalp before brain surgery can reduce pain afterward. You would receive a painkiller injection in your scalp before your surgery begins.
BeijingAges 18–64 - NCT07211529Recruiting
Nerve block during chest surgery to reduce complications
This trial tests whether a numbing injection near the spine (paravertebral block) given during keyhole chest surgery can lower the risk of problems after surgery. It might help patients recover more comfortably.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT07213375RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
High-dose steroid to reduce pain after lung surgery
This trial tests if a high dose of dexamethasone (a steroid) can lower pain after keyhole lung surgery. If you are having planned keyhole lung surgery for a lobe or segment, you may be eligible.
Copenhagen, CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT07213635RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing injection for pain after hysterectomy for prolapse
This trial tests whether a numbing injection into the cervix can reduce the need for opioid pain medicine after vaginal hysterectomy for prolapse. It aims to find a safer, effective pain control option.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07221617RecruitingPhase 4
Methadone for pain after heart surgery
This trial tests whether a single dose of methadone given during heart surgery can improve pain control and recovery. It may be an option for people having planned (not emergency) heart surgery.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07221786Recruiting
Opioid reduction before spine surgery
This trial tests whether slowly reducing opioid pain medications before spine surgery can lead to a better recovery afterward. It is for adults already taking daily opioids who have major spine surgery planned at least a month away.
Philadephia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07226700RecruitingPhase 3
Suzetrigine for pain after hip replacement surgery
This study tests an investigational pain medicine called suzetrigine to see how well it controls pain after total hip replacement surgery. It is for adults 18–80 who are having a first-time hip replacement and can receive spinal anesthesia.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT07230509RecruitingPhase 2
Glue injection to prevent pancreatic leaks after Whipple surgery
This study tests injecting a medical glue into the pancreas during a Whipple procedure to see if it can prevent leaks. It may help people with a soft pancreas and small pancreatic duct.
Minya, Minya GovernorateAges 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 - NCT07239817Recruiting
Nerve block plus numbing medicine for hip fracture surgery
This study tests a special nerve block (PENG block) combined with a numbing medicine injection around the hip joint to provide better pain relief after hip replacement surgery for a broken hip. It aims to see if this approach can reduce pain and the need for strong pain medicines.
MilanAges 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 - NCT07243691Recruiting
Different infusion times of tislelizumab after liver cancer surgery
This trial tests whether giving tislelizumab (an immunotherapy drug) at different infusion times after surgery can lower the chance of liver cancer coming back in people at high risk of recurrence.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07247929Recruiting
Pain and swelling after third molar surgery
This trial compares two surgical methods for removing partially impacted wisdom teeth to see which causes less pain and swelling afterwards.
Islamabad, IslamabadAges 18–45 - NCT07248072Recruiting
Nerve blocks for better recovery after knee replacement
This trial tests two types of nerve blocks—iPACK and BiFeS—to see if they help people feel better and recover faster after total knee replacement surgery. It compares adding these blocks to the usual spinal anesthesia.
ErzurumAges 18–75 - NCT07248956RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery for throat cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy combined with an immunotherapy drug (finotonlimab) before surgery for locally advanced hypopharyngeal cancer. It aims to shrink the tumor enough to improve surgery outcomes.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for postoperative?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,421 recruiting postoperative 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 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 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.
Related conditions
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.