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New bedside X-Ray captures lungs in motion to boost ICU diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new portable X-ray machine that takes moving images of the lungs at the bedside in the ICU. It aims to see if this technology can give doctors better information about lung function and blood flow compared to standard X-rays. About 230 adults with various lung …
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Blue light may brighten pain relief for broken ribs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether bright blue light therapy can reduce pain and inflammation in adults with painful rib fractures. About 75 hospitalized adults will be randomly assigned to receive blue light, white light, or usual lighting for 4 hours each morning for up to 3 days, in add…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rebecca E Kotcher, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:54 UTC
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New pain block may get rib fracture patients home faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a continuous intercostal nerve block (CINB) to standard pain medicines helps people with multiple broken ribs. About 180 adults with at least two rib fractures will be randomly assigned to get either the nerve block plus usual care or usual care…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Zachary Warriner • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:52 UTC
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Freezing nerves could ease broken rib pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to manage pain from broken ribs by freezing the nerves that cause pain. It involves 24 adults with rib fractures who will receive either standard pain care plus the freezing treatment or standard care alone. The goal is to see if this approach is practi…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:51 UTC
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New study tests safer pain relief for broken ribs
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two low-dose medicines (dexmedetomidine and ketamine) to see which one better helps pain and diaphragm function in people with multiple broken ribs who are treated without surgery. About 60 adults aged 18-65 with at least three broken ribs and severe pain will ta…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:50 UTC
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Freezing nerves vs. standard pain block: which works better for broken ribs?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if freezing the nerves between the ribs (cryoablation) provides better pain relief than a standard nerve block (ESP catheter) for people with broken ribs. About 48 adults with more than one broken rib will be enrolled. The main goal is to see which method leads t…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:51 UTC
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Which breathing exercise helps rib fracture patients breathe easier?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at two simple breathing exercises—deep breathing and using a spirometer—to see which one helps people with broken ribs get more oxygen. About 104 adults with rib fractures from chest injuries will take part. The goal is to find the best way to prevent lung proble…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsun University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:40 UTC