Agnosia

This study compares fentanyl and hydromorphone (Dilaudid) for sedating patients on mechanical ventilators in the ICU. About 300 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the two drugs. The main goal is to see if one leads to lower total opioid use. The results could help guide s…

This study tests whether adding a daily supplement (vitamins D, K, C, magnesium, zinc, copper) to pulsed electromagnetic field therapy helps women aged 45-55 heal faster from a wrist fracture. Sixty women will either use the device alone or the device plus supplement for 30 days.…

This study tests whether a targeted nerve block (retrolaminar block) provides better pain relief after lumbar discectomy than the standard method of injecting pain medicine into the surgical wound. 130 adults having elective single-level herniated disc surgery will be randomly as…

This study tests whether a very low dose of naltrexone, a drug usually used for addiction, can reduce pain and other symptoms in people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Forty adults with CRPS will receive either the drug or a placebo for six months. The main goal is to…

This study tests an 8-week program called PhYoMind, which blends physiotherapy, yoga postures, breathing exercises, and mindfulness, against home exercise alone in 40 adults with fibromyalgia. The goal is to see if the combined approach reduces disability, pain, fatigue, and stre…

This study tests a computer dashboard that helps doctors and nurses in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) manage pain in newborn babies. The dashboard shows real-time data to flag when a baby may be in discomfort. Researchers will compare pain levels in 1,250 babies before a…

This study tests whether a quadratus lumborum (QL) nerve block can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers after hip replacement surgery. 80 adults having a first-time hip replacement will receive the block, and their pain scores and opioid use will be tracked for 48 hour…

This study tests a single injection of F14, a long-acting form of the painkiller celecoxib, in 100 people undergoing total knee replacement. The goal is to see if it safely controls pain as part of a standard pain management plan. Participants receive the injection during surgery…

This study tests two medications, dexmedetomidine and tramadol, given before hemorrhoid surgery to see which one better reduces anxiety and pain. Ninety adults will receive one of the drugs or a placebo before spinal anesthesia. Researchers will measure anxiety levels and pain sc…

This study planned to compare two approaches for managing pain after shoulder surgery: neurofeedback training (a technique that teaches you to control your brain activity) and a standard pain management program. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain, improves shoul…

This study looks at whether terpenes—natural compounds found in plants—can reduce pain when taken alone or with THC. Researchers will test 45 adults who use cannabis regularly to measure pain relief and any feelings of being high or drug liking. The goal is to find safer ways to …

This study was designed to test a new pain medicine called HTX-011 in children and teens (ages 3 to 17) after hernia surgery. The goal was to see how well it controls pain and how safe it is. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results ar…

This study aimed to see if freezing certain nerves during minimally invasive heart surgery could lower pain afterward. It planned to enroll adults having mitral valve or atrial septal defect repair. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no dat…

This trial tests whether a Pain and Coordination Plan (PAC-plan) can reduce opioid use and improve quality of life in adults who have had surgery after an accidental injury. Participants receive the plan at hospital discharge, which includes an opioid management plan, a follow-up…

This study looks at whether adding dexamethasone or dexmedetomidine to the usual numbing medicine (bupivacaine) can improve pain relief after shoulder arthroscopy. About 100 adults having elective shoulder surgery will take part. The goal is to reduce pain and help recovery.

This study aimed to compare an oral morphine tablet to a nasal spray painkiller (sufentanil) for treating severe acute pain in emergency departments. It planned to enroll adults with severe pain, measuring pain levels 30 minutes after treatment. However, the study was withdrawn b…

This study tests whether a numbing injection near the glossopharyngeal nerve, combined with topical anesthesia, can help people recover faster after surgery for obstructive sleep apnea. The trial involves 80 adults with moderate to severe sleep apnea who are scheduled for palatop…

This study tests two telehealth-based treatments—brief pain education and 10 weeks of physical therapy—to help 500 adults with chronic low back pain. The goal is to improve pain management and reduce opioid use in community health centers. Participants receive sessions via phone …

This study looks at whether a special ear therapy (Bagua auriculotherapy) can help reduce pain and anxiety in women having a hysteroscopy, a procedure to look inside the uterus. About 132 women aged 20 to 45 will receive this ear treatment along with standard care. The goal is to…

This study tests whether a long-acting numbing medication (liposomal bupivacaine) can better control pain after septorhinoplasty (nose surgery) compared to standard numbing drugs or a placebo. About 72 adults having nose surgery will receive one of three treatments at the end of …

This study looks at whether a combination of over-the-counter pain relievers (like ibuprofen and acetaminophen) can control pain after wisdom tooth removal just as well as, or better than, prescription opioids. About 1,800 people having their wisdom teeth removed will be randomly…

This study compares three ways to manage pain after lower abdominal surgery: a spinal injection of morphine, a nerve block in the abdominal wall, or standard painkillers. Sixty-six adults having surgery through a midline incision will be randomly assigned to one of these groups. …

This study compares two types of nerve blocks (superficial vs. deep) for pain relief after breast surgery. 58 women will receive one of the two blocks, and researchers will measure how much pain medication they need in the first 24 hours. The goal is to find which block provides …

This study tests whether injecting a low dose of ketamine directly into the jaw during surgery can reduce pain, swelling, and nausea afterward. Forty adults having corrective jaw surgery will receive either ketamine plus standard anesthetic or standard anesthetic alone. Researche…

This study is testing a full-spectrum cannabis extract containing CBD and THC in 36 women with fibromyalgia, a condition causing widespread pain, fatigue, and sleep problems. Participants will receive different doses over six months to see if it improves symptoms and quality of l…

This early study tests whether vaporized cannabigerol (CBG) and THC can help with pain and appetite. Twenty occasional cannabis users will receive different doses of CBG and THC, alone or together, and report their pain tolerance, hunger, and any side effects. The goal is to see …

This study looks at whether a special pain management plan (called ERAS) helps people recover better after gallbladder removal surgery. It compares patients who got the ERAS plan with those who had standard pain treatment. The goal is to see if the ERAS plan reduces pain, shorten…

This study looks at whether adding pelvic floor muscle exercises to deep breathing can help reduce pain during periods in women with primary dysmenorrhea. Forty women will be split into two groups: one doing both exercises, the other only deep breathing. Researchers will measure …

This study tests whether watching a custom 360-degree virtual reality video during dressing changes can lower pain, anxiety, and the need for opioid painkillers in adults recovering from burn surgery. Eighty participants will wear VR headsets while their bandages are changed and …

This study tests a device called Buzzy Bee that vibrates and cools the skin to distract children during a dental numbing shot. About 30 healthy kids aged 4-12 will try both the Buzzy Bee and standard care to see which hurts less. The goal is to make dental visits easier for child…

This study tests whether giving magnesium sulfate during prostate surgery can lower pain and reduce the need for strong painkillers. About 68 adults having robotic prostate surgery will either receive magnesium or not, as part of their standard anesthesia. Researchers will compar…

This study tests whether acupressure (applying pressure to specific points on the body) and back massage can reduce pain, fatigue, and improve sleep quality in women recovering from a cesarean section. About 111 new mothers will receive these non-drug treatments after surgery. Th…

This study explores whether wearing prismatic goggles that shift vision can improve emotional awareness (alexithymia) and visual-spatial abilities in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will also use brain scans and tear tests to understand how the brain adapts and to fi…

This study tests whether a brief education and self-management program with home exercises can reduce pain and improve daily function in adults with long-lasting jaw pain (TMD) as effectively as more intensive hands-on physiotherapy. Forty adults aged 18–65 with jaw pain for at l…

This study tests whether a medication applied directly during shoulder replacement surgery (ZYNRELEF) can reduce the need for strong painkillers after the operation, compared to the standard method of using a nerve block with a catheter. About 86 adults having shoulder replacemen…

This study aimed to see if a lidocaine injection or a lidocaine patch works better for muscle pain in the neck and back. It was designed for adults visiting the emergency department. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled.

This study planned to test whether a 6-day course of oral methylprednisolone after total knee replacement could improve pain, sleep, and knee movement. Participants would also receive a steroid injection during surgery. The study was withdrawn before enrolling anyone, so no concl…

This study tests whether yoga can reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy in cancer survivors. About 227 participants will either take yoga classes twice a week for 8 weeks, attend educational sessions, or receive standard care. Researchers will measure pain, balance, fall risk,…

This study tests if acupuncture can reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy in cancer survivors. About 255 people who finished chemo at least three months ago will receive either real or sham acupuncture. The goal is to see if this drug-free approach can ease pain and improve da…

This study compares a simple sterile water injection into the skin with intravenous morphine for relieving severe kidney stone pain. 150 adults with confirmed stones and high pain levels will receive either one or four water injections or morphine. Pain is measured over 90 minute…

This study tests whether adding a nerve stimulator to standard ultrasound guidance improves the quality of nerve blocks for upper limb surgery. 82 adults having elective arm surgery will be randomly assigned to receive the block with or without the stimulator active. Researchers …

This study tests whether giving patients a pain education booklet and video before knee or hip replacement surgery helps them feel less anxious and have less pain afterward. About 70 adults scheduled for elective joint replacement will be randomly assigned to receive the educatio…

This study aimed to see if a tiny dose of buprenorphine/naloxone (a medicine used for opioid addiction) could help control pain after surgery in people who already take strong painkillers. It was designed for adults having orthopedic or general surgery. However, the study was wit…

This study looks at two different nerve-block methods to control pain after hip surgery. One group gets a standard block that numbs the hip joint, while the other gets an extra block for the thigh skin. The goal is to see which method reduces pain, lowers the need for pain medici…

This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to specific points on the skin (AcuTENS) can reduce pain and anxiety during a prostate biopsy. About 53 men having their first biopsy will receive either active AcuTENS or a placebo device, on top of standard numbing me…

This study looks at whether adding a low-dose dexmedetomidine infusion to standard pain management can lower the amount of narcotics needed and reduce side effects like nausea and itching in teenagers having posterior spinal fusion for scoliosis. About 160 adolescents with idiopa…

This study tests whether adding the anti-nausea drug ondansetron to a standard saline wash during gallbladder surgery can better control pain and nausea afterward. Forty adults having their gallbladder removed will be randomly assigned to receive either a plain saline wash or one…

This study tests two numbing medicines, ropivacaine and lidocaine, in 40 adults with end-stage kidney disease who need surgery to create a blood vessel connection (fistula) for dialysis. Patients are randomly assigned to receive one of the two drugs during surgery, and neither th…

This study compares two types of nerve blocks (PECS II-PIFB vs. SAPB) to see which provides better pain relief for women undergoing modified radical mastectomy. Seventy women aged 18-65 will be enrolled, and the main goal is to measure how much extra pain medicine they need in th…

This study compares personalized electro-acupuncture and auricular-acupuncture against usual care for treating chronic pain in adults with musculoskeletal pain or fibromyalgia. Participants are split into three groups: two receive different acupuncture methods, and one receives s…

This study tests a program called COMPASS-NP for home care workers who have chronic pain. The program combines pain education, coping strategies, and safety tips, led by a trained peer. About 140 workers will take part to see if it reduces how much pain interferes with their work…

This study compares two procedures to relieve chronic tailbone pain (coccydynia) that is not related to cancer. About 74 adults aged 20-70 who have not responded to standard medical treatment will be split into two groups. One group will receive conventional radiofrequency ablati…

This study tests a method called conditioning open-label placebo (COLP) to help patients with spinal cord injury, multiple injuries, or burns use fewer opioids while still getting the same pain relief. About 66 adults in intensive rehab will receive a placebo alongside their regu…

This study tests whether adding acupuncture to standard pain care can reduce the need for strong opioid painkillers in people with multiple myeloma, Hodgkin disease, or non-Hodgkin lymphoma who are getting high-dose chemotherapy. About 299 adults will be randomly assigned to rece…

This study looks at whether using Montage or Montage-CT devices to close the breastbone after heart surgery can lower the need for strong painkillers like opioids. Researchers will review records from 150 adults who had planned heart surgery. They will compare opioid use and reco…

This study compares two types of nerve blocks for pain after repeat lumbar spine surgery. 64 adults aged 40-70 will receive either a caudal epidural block alone or a combined lumbar sympathetic block with caudal epidural. Pain levels will be measured before and after surgery to s…

This study looks at whether cannabis oil can help reduce pain and improve sleep and quality of life in people with fibromyalgia who have not found relief from other treatments. Researchers will track pain levels, side effects, and how well patients stick to the treatment. The goa…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset (HypnoVR) can help reduce pain and anxiety during labor. Seventy women in Tunis will be randomly assigned to use the headset or receive standard care. Researchers will measure pain and anxiety levels before and after the in…

This study tests whether adding dexamethasone (a steroid) to a standard numbing injection (TAP block) can improve pain control after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. About 100 adults will receive either the standard numbing medicine or the numbing medicine plus dexamethasone. Th…

This study tests whether using a kaleidoscope can reduce pain, anxiety, and fear in children aged 6-14 with cancer who are getting subcutaneous injections. The kaleidoscope is used as a distraction during the procedure. The study involves 72 children and compares their pain and f…

This study tests a pain management toolkit for nursing home residents. The toolkit includes non-drug methods like massage, relaxation, exercise, music, and aromatherapy. Researchers will see if it helps staff manage pain better and improves residents' comfort and quality of life.…

This study looks at whether a 3-month non-surgical program—including patient education, supervised exercise, and diet counseling—can help people with knee osteoarthritis avoid knee replacement surgery while maintaining their quality of life. Researchers will follow 2,500 patients…

This study aimed to see if using real-time ultrasound during a thoracic epidural block makes the procedure more reliable. It was designed for adults with chest or abdominal pain or rib fractures. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are availab…

This study looks at how fentanyl changes brain activity using EEG (a brain wave test) in 20 adults having surgery. Researchers want to find a specific brain signal linked to fentanyl and see if it relates to how much people like the drug. No new treatment is tested—only brain pat…

This study looks back at the medical records of 600 adults who received a single shot of morphine into the spine before surgery. The goal is to understand how often side effects like breathing problems, itching, and nausea happen. By learning more, doctors hope to make pain manag…

This study looks at how small differences in certain genes affect how people respond to propofol, a common anesthesia drug. Researchers want to understand why some people wake up faster or have more side effects than others. The goal is to help doctors give safer, more personaliz…

This study tests a device that uses changes in pupil size to measure pain and how well opioid painkillers are working. The goal is to replace subjective pain scores with an objective measurement, helping doctors prescribe opioids more safely. The study includes 40 children and yo…

This study looks at whether a 14-week elective course that uses films and discussions about social justice can help medical students better understand their own emotions and feel more empathy for others. About 60 medical students will take part, with some taking the course and ot…

This study tests whether a computer program (machine learning) can predict pain in children aged 1 to 3 after day surgery. Researchers will record details like age, weight, and parent anxiety before surgery, then note the child's pain scores and vital signs after surgery. No extr…

This study aimed to see if a team of doctors, nurses, and pharmacists working together could help people recover better after anorectal surgery. It planned to compare standard care with this team-based approach in 126 adults. However, the study was withdrawn before any participan…

This study looks at whether alexithymia—trouble recognizing or describing emotions—is linked to how often women get migraines. Researchers will track 350 female migraine patients aged 12-65 using questionnaires. The goal is to understand if emotional awareness affects migraine se…

This study aimed to see if adding dry needling and soft tissue massage to standard care could reduce pain and the need for painkillers after ACL reconstruction. It planned to follow patients for four weeks after surgery. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any parti…