Nerve blocks for shoulder surgery: comparing breathing and pain relief
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares three different nerve blocks to see which one causes less breathing trouble and provides better pain relief after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. It may help patients who are having shoulder surgery and want to avoid side effects like muscle weakness.
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Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for shoulder surgery with a camera (arthroscopic).
- You are in good general health (ASA class I or II).
- You have no known allergies to numbing medicines.
- You do not take strong painkillers regularly.
- You have no bleeding problems or blood-thinning conditions.
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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