Can a simple pad prevent numbness after hip surgery?
NCT ID NCT05038709
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special traction pad placed between the patient and the surgery table can reduce numbness in the groin area after hip arthroscopy. About 120 patients having hip surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital will be asked about numbness and difficulty urinating before and after their procedure. The goal is to see if the pad helps prevent a common side effect of the traction used during surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
The Pink Pad Hip Kit (a traction pad placed between the patient and the traction table)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could reduce post-surgery numbness and discomfort for people undergoing hip arthroscopy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 120 participants. The pad may not significantly reduce numbness, and results may not apply to all hip surgery patients.
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Locations
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Northwestern University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States