Teens' ACL pain: which nerve block works best?
NCT ID NCT02947633
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at two ways to numb the sciatic nerve for pain control after ACL surgery in 141 teenagers. One method used a single injection of anesthetic, while the other used a continuous drip through a small tube. Researchers measured pain scores, medication use, and knee movement to see which approach worked better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- local anesthetic (sciatic nerve block)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help teens recover from ACL surgery with less pain and fewer hospital visits.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study comparing two techniques, not a new treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States
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