New study aims to improve pain relief for kids after arm surgery

NCT ID NCT07061678

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at how giving dexamethasone (a steroid) through a vein versus near the nerves affects pain after arm or hand surgery in children. 90 kids will be randomly assigned to one of three groups to compare pain levels, need for extra pain medicine, and recovery. The goal is to find the best way to reduce pain and inflammation after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
dexamethasone
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a better way to manage pain after arm surgery in children, possibly reducing opioid use.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial focused on pain control, not a cure. The results may not apply to all surgeries or age groups.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Poznan University of Medical Sciences

    Poznan, 61-701, Poland

  • Poznan University of Medical Sciences

    Poznan, Poland

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