Nerve block comparison for shoulder surgery pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests two types of nerve blocks, SHAC and suprascapular, to see which provides better pain relief during and after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. It may help you choose a more effective way to manage pain without relying on opioids.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 35.
- You have mild to moderate overall health (ASA I or II).
- You are scheduled for a planned (elective) shoulder arthroscopy.
- You have no allergy to numbing medicines (local anesthetics).
- You have no bleeding disorder, chronic pain condition, or long-term opioid use.
- You have not taken any pain medicine in the 24 hours before surgery.
- You are not pregnant.
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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