Shoulder surgery patients report less pain with nerve block

NCT ID NCT05499897

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Yuzuncu Yil University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared a nerve block (interscalene brachial plexus block) to general anesthesia in 34 adults having open rotator cuff repair. The nerve block group reported fewer wound-related symptoms and used less pain medication after surgery. Researchers also measured changes in blood markers of inflammation and healing. The results suggest nerve blocks may improve early recovery, but larger studies are needed to confirm.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: bupivacaine
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a better way to manage pain and wound symptoms after shoulder surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, exploratory study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The nerve block also carries risks like temporary weakness or rare nerve injury.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury Rotator Cuff Injuries rotator cuff syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

POSTOPERATIVE RECOVERY ROTATOR CUFF TEAR SHOULDER SURGERY WOUND HEALING

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Locations

Van Yüzüncü Yil University

Van, Bardakçı, 65100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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