Comparing two anesthesia techniques for hip fracture surgeries
Femoral Nerve Blockade (FNB) vs Suprainguinal Fascia Iliaca Block (SiFi) for Hip Fracture Surgery
This study tests which of two anesthesia methods can help older adults having hip fracture surgery feel less pain and need fewer pain medications afterward.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 106 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Alberta Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Edmonton, Alberta) |
| Trial ID | NCT06296758 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of two local anesthesia techniques, femoral nerve block (FNB) and suprainguinal fascia iliaca block (SiFi), in adults undergoing hip fracture surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either technique, and the study will assess their impact on pain levels and the amount of postoperative analgesics required. The focus is on improving pain management for elderly patients, who often experience significant discomfort and have multiple health concerns. The study seeks to provide evidence on which technique may offer better pain relief and reduce opioid use.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 or older who are scheduled for hip fracture surgery at the University of Alberta Hospital and are suitable for multimodal analgesia.
Not a fit: Patients who have contraindications to nerve block techniques or refuse consent for such procedures may 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 fracture surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on the analgesic efficacy of SiFi blocks in other contexts, randomized controlled trials specifically for hip fracture surgery are limited, making this approach relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 or greater * Having hip fracture surgery at the University of Alberta Hospital * Suitable for multimodal analgesia including a peripheral nerve block Exclusion Criteria: * Contraindication to a nerve block technique * Refuses consent for a nerve block technique
Where this trial is running
Edmonton, Alberta
- University of Alberta Hospital — Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (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.