POSTOPERATIVE PAIN

This study tested whether a new type of nerve block (RISS) can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after chest surgery. 90 adults having chest surgery were randomly assigned to get the nerve block plus standard anesthesia or standard anesthesia alone. The researchers …

This study looked at 92 children aged 4-10 having dental surgery under general anesthesia. Half received standard monitoring, while the other half also had brain-wave (EEG) monitoring to guide anesthesia depth. The goal was to see if EEG guidance could reduce post-surgery deliriu…

This study tested whether a mix of low-dose ketamine and lidocaine works better than fentanyl for pain after gynecologic surgery. 70 adults took part. The goal was to find a way to control pain with fewer side effects like nausea and vomiting. Researchers measured pain levels and…

This study tested whether a nerve block in the cheek can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers in children after tonsil and adenoid removal. About 114 children aged 6 months to 18 years took part. Researchers added a medicine called dexmedetomidine to the block to see i…

This study tested a nerve block (external oblique intercostal plane block) to control pain after kidney surgery. 25 adults were split into two groups: one received the nerve block, the other received morphine as needed. The goal was to see how long pain relief lasted and how much…

This study looked at whether applying ice packs after hemorrhoid surgery can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers. Researchers compared 429 patients who either used ice packs or received standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost method could improve r…

This study compared two methods for controlling pain after major abdominal surgery: injecting morphine into the spine (intrathecal morphine) and a newer nerve block technique (modified thoracoabdominal nerve block). 56 adults were enrolled. The goal was to see which method provid…

This study tested whether doing progressive relaxation exercises after emergency general surgery can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve vital signs like heart rate and breathing. 70 adults were split into two groups: one did relaxation exercises at 6 hours, 1 day, and 2 days after…

This study tested whether a single session of light therapy (photobiomodulation) applied to the cheek right after wisdom tooth removal could reduce pain, swelling, and jaw stiffness. 70 healthy adults participated. The results showed that the light therapy helped lower pain and i…

This study looked at whether letting children play with sand before a tonsillectomy helps them feel less anxious and have less pain afterward. 68 children aged 7 to 10 took part; some played with sand while others received usual care. The results suggest sand play may be a simple…

This study looked at whether a special type of acupuncture, called thread embedding acupuncture, can reduce pain and improve quality of life for people who donate a kidney. 32 kidney donors were randomly assigned to get either real acupuncture or a fake version, along with standa…

This study looked at whether a short counseling session before surgery could help people donating a kidney feel less anxious, have more stable vital signs during the operation, and experience less pain afterward. Researchers studied 123 adult kidney donors. The goal was to see if…

This study tested a new long-acting painkiller called HTX 011 in 412 adults having bunion surgery. The drug was given as a single shot into the surgical site. The goal was to see if it reduces pain and the need for opioid pain pills for three days after surgery, compared to a pla…

This study looked at whether applying ice packs to surgical cuts every 4 hours for 3 days helps adults recover after chest, belly, or groin surgery. 196 patients took part, and the main goal was to see if a larger study is possible. The researchers measured pain, recovery quality…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks (Quadratus Lumborum block and Erector Spinal block) for managing pain after abdominal surgery. 100 adults having surgery for cancer or gallbladder issues were included. The goal was to see which block reduces the need for strong paink…

This study tested whether giving paracetamol (acetaminophen) through a vein before a total abdominal hysterectomy could lower the amount of morphine needed after surgery. Forty women aged 30-50 took part. The researchers measured morphine use and pain scores to see if the paracet…

This study looked at 118 adults having lung surgery to see if giving a combination of lidocaine, ketamine, and magnesium during the operation could lower pain and the need for morphine afterward. Researchers measured how much morphine patients used in the first 24 hours and their…

This study looked at whether showing patients a short video before hip replacement surgery could help them feel less afraid of moving after the operation. 96 adults scheduled for hip replacement were split into two groups: one got standard verbal instructions plus a video, the ot…

This study compared two ways to block the suprascapular nerve (a nerve in the shoulder) to control pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Sixty adults having shoulder surgery received either an anterior (front) or posterior (back) nerve block. Researchers measured pain levels …

This study followed 200 adults who had sternotomy (chest bone surgery) to see how many developed chronic pain three months later. Researchers measured pain levels and how it affected daily life. The goal was to find out how common this pain is and what might make someone more lik…

This study followed 1,000 children aged 1-17 in southern Sweden who had common surgeries like hernia repair or tonsil removal. The goal was to see how many develop long-lasting pain and whether doctors follow European pain treatment guidelines. By identifying factors that lead to…

This study looked at how psychological factors like self-esteem and personality traits influence pain after cosmetic breast surgery. Researchers followed 52 adults to see if these factors could help predict pain levels and recovery. The goal is to create more personalized pain ma…