New hip pain block could speed recovery after surgery
NCT ID NCT07453498
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of pain blocks for people having hip replacement surgery. One group gets a psoas sheath block, the other a standard fascia iliaca block. Researchers will measure pain, opioid use, and recovery quality in 130 adults. The goal is to see which block offers better pain relief and faster recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- psoas sheath block (local anesthetic injection)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide better pain control and faster recovery after hip replacement surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial comparing two similar procedures, so the difference may be small or not clinically meaningful. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Merlin Park Hospital, Galway
RECRUITINGGalway, Ireland
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