Knee surgery pain study: does an extra block help?

NCT ID NCT04513145

First seen Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether adding a nerve block given by the surgeon to a standard pain injection around the knee provides better pain relief after total knee replacement. It involved 93 adults aged 30-85 having their first knee replacement for osteoarthritis. The goal was to find the best way to manage pain after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • OrthoCarolina Research Institute, OrthoCarolina, P.A.

    Charlotte, North Carolina, 28209, United States

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