Nerve block or pills? study tests best pain relief for ACL surgery

NCT ID NCT03365908

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looks at two standard ways to control pain during and after ACL surgery: a nerve block (injection near the knee) versus oral pain medication. About 60 adults aged 18 to 45 who need ACL reconstruction will take part. Researchers want to see if both methods provide similar pain relief and help the knee recover just as well.

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Locations

  • UC Davis Health

    Sacramento, California, 95817, United States

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