Comparing shoulder nerve blocks for pain and breathing
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This study compares two different shoulder nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after shoulder surgery while also checking how they affect your breathing. If you are having a shoulder arthroscopy, you may be eligible to help find the safest and most effective pain control option.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for an elective shoulder arthroscopy (keyhole surgery).
- Your overall health is stable enough to be rated ASA I, II, or III (a standard scale used by anesthesiologists).
- You have no known allergies to numbing medications (local anesthetics).
- You do not have an infection at the site where the nerve block would be placed.
- You are not taking blood thinners and do not have a serious bleeding disorder.
- You do not have a history of chronic strong painkiller use or nerve pain on the same side.
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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