Nerve block before or after shoulder surgery for rotator cuff repair
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares giving a nerve block before or after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery to see which timing provides better pain relief. A nerve block numbs the shoulder area, which may reduce pain and improve recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a first-time arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (a minimally invasive surgery to fix a torn tendon in the shoulder).
- Your rotator cuff tear is repairable and is small, medium, or large in size.
- You have not had any previous surgery on the same shoulder.
- You are not currently taking strong pain medications (opioids) on a regular basis.
- You are able to answer questionnaires and follow a rehabilitation plan 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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