Comparing recovery quality after two pain management techniques in knee surgery
The Quality of Recovery After Intrathecal Morphine or Adductor Canal Block Added to Spinal Anesthesia in Patients Undergoing Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
This study is testing whether using intrathecal morphine or an adductor canal block helps people recover better after knee surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 4 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cukurova University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Adana, Saricam) |
| Trial ID | NCT05742958 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the quality of recovery in patients undergoing arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using two different pain management techniques: intrathecal morphine and adductor canal block. The study utilizes the Quality of Recovery 40 (QoR-40) questionnaire to assess postoperative recovery across multiple dimensions. By comparing these two methods, the trial aims to determine which technique provides better pain control and overall recovery outcomes for patients. The research focuses on reducing opioid use and enhancing recovery speed through effective regional anesthesia techniques.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 with ASA physical status I or II who are scheduled for elective arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Not a fit: Patients with coagulopathy, allergies to the studied drugs, obesity, renal or hepatic insufficiency, chronic pain syndromes, mental impairments, or those on certain medications may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies and faster recovery times for patients undergoing knee surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with regional anesthesia techniques in improving postoperative recovery, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I or II adult patients aged 18-65 years undergoing elective arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * We will exclude patients with known coagulopathy, allergies to the studied drugs, obesity (BMI \>35kg/m2), renal and/or hepatic insufficiency, chronic pain syndrome, mental impairment, depression, chronic alcoholism, and usage of antidepressant and analgesic drugs before surgery.
Where this trial is running
Adana, Saricam
- Cukurova University — Adana, Saricam, Turkey (Recruiting)
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.