Could a weaker anesthetic block keep you moving after hip surgery?
NCT ID NCT06102811
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two strengths of a nerve block (fascia iliaca block) for pain after hip replacement surgery. Sixty adults received either a low or high concentration of the anesthetic ropivacaine. The goal was to see if the low dose could control pain just as well while avoiding leg muscle weakness. Researchers measured muscle strength and pain scores in the first 24 hours 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
Ropivacaine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide effective pain relief after hip replacement without causing leg weakness, helping patients recover faster.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants. The low-dose block may not control pain as well as the standard dose, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Mount Sinai Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X5, Canada