Comparing pain relief methods after hip surgery
Peri-incisional Local Infiltration to Improve Pain Control After Periacetabular Osteotomy
This study is testing different ways to use local anesthesia during hip surgery to see which method helps young patients feel less pain afterward.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase2; Phase3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Iowa Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Iowa City, Iowa) |
| Trial ID | NCT06519955 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different peri-incisional local infiltrative anesthesia (PLIA) techniques in reducing post-operative pain for patients aged 13 to 50 undergoing periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) due to hip dysplasia. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: no PLIA, PLIA administered after incision closure, or PLIA throughout the surgery. The study will assess post-operative pain levels and medication usage through surveys and medical record reviews. The goal is to determine the impact of PLIA on pain management and recovery outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adolescents and young adults diagnosed with hip dysplasia who are scheduled for PAO at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have allergies to the study medications will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing hip surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar approaches to pain management, suggesting potential for success in this trial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adolescent or young adult diagnosed with hip dysplasia indicated for PAO at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide informed consent. * Pregnant or breast-feeding individuals * Prisoner or ward of the state * Allergy or medical contradiction to any of the study medications * Patients undergoing femoral osteotomy or surgical hip dislocation with PAO will be excluded
Where this trial is running
Iowa City, Iowa
- University of Iowa Health Care — Iowa City, Iowa, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ashley S Kochuyt
- Email: ashley-kochuyt@uiowa.edu
- Phone: 319-384-5101
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.