Hip fracture pain study halted early – results uncertain

NCT ID NCT06296758

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared two common nerve block techniques for pain relief after hip fracture surgery: femoral nerve block and suprainguinal fascia iliaca block. Only 17 adults participated before the trial was terminated early. The goal was to see which block reduces pain and the need for painkillers after surgery, but the small size limits what can be learned.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Ropivacaine (local anesthetic)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show which nerve block provides better pain relief after hip fracture surgery.

What could go wrong

The trial was terminated early with only 17 participants, so results are very limited and may not be reliable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hip fracture

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Alberta Hospital

    Edmonton, Alberta, t6g2b7, Canada