New study tests better pain relief for second-time back surgery patients

NCT ID NCT07199816

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study compares two types of nerve blocks for pain after repeat lumbar spine surgery. 64 adults aged 40-70 will receive either a caudal epidural block alone or a combined lumbar sympathetic block with caudal epidural. Pain levels will be measured before and after surgery to see which method provides better relief.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
nerve block (caudal epidural or combined lumbar sympathetic block with caudal epidural)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a better way to manage pain after repeat back surgery, reducing the need for strong painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 64 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and nerve blocks carry risks like infection or temporary numbness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia Failed Back Surgery Syndrome

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kasr Al-Ainy Medical School, Cairo University

    Cairo, Egypt

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