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Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Early Phase 1 Interventional Ages 18 to 40 Women only

Evaluating pain control methods for postpartum patients with opioid use disorder

Official title: Evaluating Pain Control Strategies in Postpartum Patients on Opioid Use Disorder Medications: Efficacy and Safety Outcomes.

Run by Medical College of Wisconsin · NCT06617949 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests which pain control method works best for new mothers with opioid use disorder to help them manage pain and improve their overall well-being.

Quick facts

PhaseEarly Phase 1
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 40 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorMedical College of Wisconsin
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Milwaukee, Wisconsin and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 16, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2028
Registry record updatedNovember 5, 2026
Trial IDNCT06617949 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are postpartum individuals aged 18-35 who have a diagnosed substance use disorder.

Probably not a fit

Patients with significant medical conditions that prevent them from receiving the interventions may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of three different pain control strategies for postpartum patients who have opioid use disorders. The approaches being evaluated include regional anesthesia, hydromorphone patient-controlled analgesia, and epidural local anesthetic infusion. The goal is to assess which method provides better pain management outcomes and whether it also helps reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and improves overall well-being.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for postpartum patients with opioid use disorder, enhancing their recovery experience.

How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in pain management for postpartum patients, this specific approach targeting those with opioid use disorder is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Inclusion criteria include being a parturient with Substance use disorder (SUD) and age 18-35

Exclusion Criteria:

* Exclusion criteria include having a diagnosed medical condition(allergies to medication, pathology such as severe aortic stenosis excluding patients from receiving an epidural etc) that will exempt patient from intervention arm of the study.

Where it's running

  • Froedtert Hospital Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States     Recruiting
  • Froedtert Hospital
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States     Not yet recruiting

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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.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.