Finding the right spot in the lower back before spinal anesthesia
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This study compares two ways doctors find the right spot in your lower back before giving spinal anesthesia or doing a back ultrasound. By identifying the correct level more consistently, it may help make these procedures safer and more precise.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You are scheduled to have spinal anesthesia (numbing your lower body) or a back ultrasound.
- You agree to take part and sign a consent form.
- You have not had spine surgery or a spine deformity.
- You do not have an infection or wound in the lower back area.
- You can lie on your side during the procedure.
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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