Which nerve is best for tracking muscle relaxation in surgery?

NCT ID NCT06553131

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares using the median nerve versus the ulnar nerve to monitor how relaxed a patient's muscles are during surgery. Researchers will measure the muscle response to nerve stimulation in 32 adults having elective surgery. The goal is to see if the median nerve works as well as the commonly used ulnar nerve.

What this could mean

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Active substance

Neuromuscular transmission monitoring device

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that the median nerve is a reliable alternative for monitoring muscle relaxation during surgery, giving doctors more flexibility.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It is not testing a new treatment, just comparing monitoring methods.

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  • Loma Linda University Troesch Medical Center

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    Loma Linda, California, 92354, United States

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