Exparel vs nerve block for ACL reconstruction pain
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares two methods of pain control after ACL surgery: a long-lasting local anesthetic (Exparel) versus a nerve block. It aims to find which provides better pain relief and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are having surgery to repair a torn ACL using a graft from your own kneecap tendon
- You are 18 years or older
- You speak English
- You can answer surveys by phone or in person
- You have not taken opioid pain medication in the last 3 months
- You have no history of alcohol or drug abuse
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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