Nerve block technique to reduce knee pain after surgery
Posterior Femoral Cutaneous Nerve Combined With Proximal Sciatic and Saphenous Nerve Block for Postoperative Posterior Lateral Knee Analgesia in Patients With TKA: a Single-center, Prospective, Randomized Controlled Study
This study is testing a new way to block pain in the back of the knee after surgery to see if it helps people recovering from total knee replacement feel better and sleep more soundly.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Yinchuan, Ningxia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06522620 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a posterior femoral cutaneous nerve block combined with sciatic and saphenous nerve blocks in reducing postoperative pain and improving sleep quality in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The research aims to address the common issue of inadequate pain control after TKA, particularly focusing on pain in the posterior side of the knee. By comparing the combined nerve block approach to standard nerve blocks, the study seeks to enhance postoperative recovery for patients. Participants will be monitored for pain levels and sleep quality following the procedure.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients over 45 years old, scheduled for elective first TKA under general anesthesia, with an ASA grade of II-III and a BMI less than 28 kg/m2.
Not a fit: Patients who have contraindications to nerve block operations or a history of allergy to local anesthetics or opioids may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and sleep quality for patients recovering from total knee arthroplasty.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that combining multiple nerve blocks can be more effective for postoperative analgesia, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients who are \>45 years of age; intended to undergo elective first TKA under general anesthesia 2. ASA grade II-III. 3. Agreed to participate in this study and signed the informed consent form. 4. BMI less than 28Kg/m2. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients who refuse to participate in the trial 2. Preoperative inability to communicate due to speech and hearing impairment, etc. 3. History of allergy to local anesthetics or opioids 4. Contraindications to nerve block operation.
Where this trial is running
Yinchuan, Ningxia
- General hospital of Ningxia medical university — Yinchuan, Ningxia, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xinli Ni, MD
- Email: xinlini6@nyfy.com.cn
- Phone: 13909586966
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.