Comparing pain relief methods for hip fractures
Comparative Study of Analgesic Effect of Ultrasound Guided PENG Block With FEMORAL NERVE BLOCK in Patients With Hip Fracture Presenting to Emergency Department
This study tests whether an ultrasound-guided pain relief method or a femoral nerve block works better for adults with hip fractures in the emergency department.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Thrissur, Kerala) |
| Trial ID | NCT06311630 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the analgesic effects of ultrasound-guided PENG block and femoral nerve block in adults with hip fractures who present to the emergency department. It aims to determine which method provides better pain relief for patients suffering from this condition. The study will involve adult participants who consent to the procedure and meet specific inclusion criteria while excluding those with certain medical conditions or complications.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of hip fracture.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of allergy to local anesthetics or those with significant medical complications may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients with hip fractures.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success with nerve block techniques for pain management, but this specific comparison is less commonly explored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults more than or equal to 18 yrs with Hip fracture * patients who consent for procedure Exclusion Criteria: * history of allergy to local anaesthetics * pregnant or lactating women * infection or burns at injection site * patients with polytrauma * patients with hemodynamic instability * patients with low GCS * patients on anticoagulant or hematological disorders * injuries with neurovascular compromise on affected limb * patients with distorted anatomy
Where this trial is running
Thrissur, Kerala
- Jubilee mission medical College and research centre — Thrissur, Kerala, India (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jogi Varghese, MBBS
- Study coordinator: Jogi Varghese, MBBS
- Email: jogi1907@gmail.com
- Phone: 9947004222
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.