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Pain relief showdown for broken ribs: IV lidocaine vs nerve block
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to compare two ways to manage pain from broken ribs: a continuous IV drip of lidocaine versus a nerve block called an erector spinae plane (ESP) block. The goal was to see which method reduces pain and improves breathing better. However, the study was withdrawn b…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURE
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Single Nerve-Freezing treatment could replace opioids for broken ribs
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a one-time nerve-freezing procedure called cryoneurolysis to treat pain from broken ribs. The treatment uses a small probe to freeze the nerves around the fractured ribs, providing pain relief for up to 2-3 months without the side effects or addiction risk of opi…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New study tests better pain relief for broken ribs
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study compares three pain relief methods for people with three or more broken ribs on one side. Participants will receive either a nerve block with a numbing medicine, a lidocaine infusion, or standard pain care. The goal is to see which approach reduces opioid use and…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURE
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Thomas Jefferson University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:21 UTC