Comparing pain management methods for ACL surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study compares the effectiveness of a preemptive multimodal intravenous analgesia protocol versus a femoral triangle block for managing postoperative pain in patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Adult patients aged 18 to 65 will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two pain management techniques before surgery. The study will evaluate rehabilitation compliance through various tests and pain scores at multiple postoperative time points, while also assessing secondary outcomes like opioid consumption and side effects. The goal is to determine which method better supports early rehabilitation and reduces pain.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Age: 18 years or older. Condition: Patients scheduled for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery.

ASA Classification: Patients classified as ASA I, II, or III. Orientation: Patients who are fully oriented and can cooperate with study procedures.

Consent: Patients capable of providing informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

Informed Consent: Patients unable to provide informed consent. BMI: Patients with a BMI of ≥30 kg/m². Allergy: Known allergy to local anesthetics. Orientation and Cooperation: Patients who are not fully oriented or cannot cooperate with study procedures.

Additional Trauma: Patients with other traumatic injuries requiring opioid analgesia.

Neuropathic Pain History: Patients with a history of neuropathic pain. Chronic Pain Syndrome: Patients with a history of chronic pain syndrome.

Where it's running

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
  Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: SEVDE NUR AYDIN KUŞSAN, Research Assistant
• Email: sevdenuraydiiin@gmail.com
• Phone: +905398561592

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.