Shoulder positioning for less pain after lung surgery
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special arm position during lung surgery can reduce shoulder pain afterward. It may help you recover more comfortably.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for a type of lung surgery called video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy.
- You are in good overall health (classified as ASA I-III).
- You do not have shoulder pain or trouble moving your shoulder before the surgery.
- You have not taken pain medication regularly for more than a week before the surgery.
- You are willing and able to give written consent to participate.
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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