Pain management techniques after cervical spine surgery
Comparison Between Multifidus Cervicis and Inter-semispinal Plane Blocks in Analgesia After Cervical Spine Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · Zagazig University · NCT06083298
This study is testing two new pain management techniques after cervical spine surgery to see if they can help patients feel less pain and recover faster while using fewer opioids.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 105 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Zagazig University (other gov) |
| Locations | 1 site (Zagazig, Alsharqia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06083298 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of two novel regional anesthetic techniques, the Multifidus Cervicis plane block and the Inter-Semispinal Plane block, in managing postoperative pain following cervical spine surgery. The goal is to reduce opioid consumption and improve early mobilization, which are critical for recovery. Patients undergoing elective posterior cervical spine surgery will be assigned to either a control group or one of the two intervention groups. The study aims to determine which technique provides better analgesia and enhances recovery outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 21-60 years who are undergoing elective posterior cervical spine surgery and have a BMI of 30 or less.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of chronic pain, cognitive dysfunction, or those taking analgesics may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies that enhance recovery and reduce opioid use after cervical spine surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While various regional anesthetic techniques have been explored for postoperative pain management, the specific approaches being tested in this study are relatively novel and have not been widely validated in previous studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient acceptance. * Age 21-60 years old. * BMI ≤ 30 kg/m2 * ASA I - II. * Elective posterior cervical spine surgery under general anesthesia. Exclusion Criteria: * History of allergy to the LA agents used in this study * Skin lesion at the needle insertion site, * Those with bleeding disorders, sepsis, liver disease, and psychiatric disorders * History of chronic pain and taking analgesics * History of cognitive dysfunction or mental illness
Where this trial is running
Zagazig, Alsharqia
- Faculty of medicine, zagazig university — Zagazig, Alsharqia, Egypt (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Shereen E Abd Ellatif, MD — Faculty of medicine, zagazig university
- Study coordinator: Shereen E Abd Ellatif, MD
- Email: shosh.again@gmail.com
- Phone: +20552336654
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.
Conditions: Cervical Spine Surgery, Multifidus Cervicis plane block, Inter-Semispinal Plane Block, analgesia