Nerve block with and without nerve stimulation for arm surgery
This study tests two ways of doing a nerve block (numbing medicine injected near nerves) to relieve pain during and after surgery on the arm or hand. The goal is to find out if adding a special nerve-stimulating tool can make the block work better and provide longer pain relief.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Your operation must be on the mid- to lower arm – including the elbow, forearm, wrist, or hand.
- You must be able to give your own consent and tell the research team how you're feeling.
- You must not have any existing nerve damage or bleeding problems.
- You must not be expected to need a breathing machine after surgery.
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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