Nerve block treatment for pain relief after shoulder surgery
The Effect of Suprascapular Nerve Block in Patients Rehabilitated After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: Randomized Controlled Study
This study tests whether a nerve block treatment can help people recover better and feel less pain after shoulder surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kirşehir, City Centre) |
| Trial ID | NCT06272786 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a suprascapular nerve block, administered under ultrasound guidance, in enhancing rehabilitation outcomes for patients who have recently undergone arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. The approach aims to reduce pain and improve recovery by targeting specific nerves associated with shoulder function. Unlike previous studies that focused on early postoperative pain management, this research emphasizes the subacute rehabilitation phase, potentially offering new insights into pain management strategies. Participants will receive a conventional physiotherapy program alongside the nerve block intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who have undergone arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery within the past week.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of previous shoulder surgery, systemic inflammatory diseases, or chronic pain conditions requiring opioids may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve pain management and rehabilitation outcomes for patients recovering from rotator cuff surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with nerve blocks in early postoperative pain management, but this specific application in the subacute phase is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: -Having undergone arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery within the last week Exclusion Criteria: * History of previous surgery on the same shoulder * History of systemic inflammatory rheumatological disease * Neurological diseases with muscle weakness in the upper extremity (MS, ALS, Muscular -Dystrophy) * History of malignancy, pregnancy, breastfeeding * Use of steroids or immunosuppressive drugs * History of allergic reactions to local analgesics * Fibromyalgia syndrome * Chronic painful conditions that require opioid use * Presence of known psychiatric disease * Cognitive impairment (Mini Mental Test Score \<23)
Where this trial is running
Kirşehir, City Centre
- Ahi Evran University — Kirşehir, City Centre, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Basak Cigdem Karacay, Asst Prof — Kirsehir Ahi Evran University
- Study coordinator: Basak Cigdem Karacay, Asst Prof
- Email: basakcigdem@hotmail.com
- Phone: +9 0386 280 51 00.
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.