Comparing two arm positions for nerve block before upper limb surgery
This study tests whether using a slightly different arm position (at a 120° angle instead of the usual 90°) makes a nerve block for hand, wrist, or forearm surgery more effective and safer. If you are having surgery on your arm or hand, this could help improve your pain control.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You are scheduled for surgery on your hand, wrist, or forearm, but not on your shoulder or elbow.
- You are generally healthy or have only mild medical conditions (classified as ASA I–III).
- You do not have certain nerve, blood, skin, or other conditions that would make the nerve block unsafe.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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