New pain block comparison aims to reduce breathing risks in shoulder surgery recovery

NCT ID NCT07688395

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Taksim Egitim ve Arastirma Hastanesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—cervical erector spinae plane block and infraspinatus-teres minor interfascial plane block—for pain relief after shoulder arthroscopy. Both are designed to avoid the breathing complications sometimes caused by the standard interscalene block. The trial will measure pain scores and total painkiller use in the first 24 hours after surgery in adults aged 18 to 80.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Bupivacaine
What this could lead to: If one block proves better, it could offer safer, effective pain relief after shoulder surgery with fewer breathing risks than the current standard.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage comparison study. Neither block may prove superior, and individual results may vary. Standard risks of nerve blocks still apply.

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SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY

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Taksim Educational and Research Hospital

Istanbul, Beyoğlu, 34433, Turkey (Türkiye)

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