Spine surgery pain relief without opioids?
Symptom relief
Completed
This completed trial tested whether a nerve block called an erector spinae plane (ESP) block can reduce pain after lumbar spine surgery. 102 adults were randomly assigned to receive either the ESP block or standard pain treatment. Researchers measured pain scores, opioid use, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kutahya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC