Nerve blocks to improve pain control after spinal fusion
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This early-stage study tests whether a regional nerve block can improve pain control and recovery for older adults having elective lumbar spinal fusion. If you qualify, you may receive a special pain-control injection during surgery to reduce opioid needs and improve recovery comfort.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older
- You are scheduled for elective lumbar spinal fusion of 1–3 levels
- You do not have serious heart or lung problems (especially needing home oxygen)
- You have no known dementia and can communicate/cooperate with the study
- You have no major liver or kidney problems or serious blood clotting issues
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding and are not allergic to the study medicines
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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