New pain pumps aim to ease recovery after knee replacement
NCT ID NCT06580899
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two types of pain-relief pumps placed inside the knee joint after total knee replacement. 65 adults having outpatient knee surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either standard pain management or one of two pump brands. The goal is to see which approach reduces pain better in the days after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
intra-articular catheter pump
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a better way to manage pain after knee replacement surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial with only 65 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The catheters could cause infection or discomfort.
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Conditions
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Locations
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OrthoCarolina Research Institute, Inc.
Charlotte, North Carolina, 28207, United States