New study tests better pain relief after back surgery
NCT ID NCT06199999
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two methods of pain control for people having back fusion surgery: a nerve block given before surgery versus numbing medicine injected at the end. Researchers measured pain, inflammation, confusion after surgery, and overall recovery in 29 adults. The goal is to find which approach leads to better recovery and less opioid use.
What this could mean
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Active substance
erector spinae plane block and local anesthetic infiltration
What this could lead to
If one method works better, it could improve pain control and reduce confusion after back surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 29 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both methods are already used, so no major breakthrough is expected.
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Locations
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University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center
Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States