Nerve block may replace sedation for shoulder dislocations
NCT ID NCT07544485
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a low-volume nerve block guided by ultrasound to help reduce shoulder dislocations in the emergency department. Researchers looked at records from 206 patients treated over six years. The goal was to see if this approach could avoid the need for sedation, which carries its own risks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Ultrasound-guided brachial plexus block (nerve block with local anesthetic)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a safer, simpler way to treat shoulder dislocations in the emergency room without needing sedation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study that only looks back at past records, so results may not apply to other hospitals or patients. The nerve block itself carries rare risks like bleeding or nerve damage.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Merian Iselin Klinik, Orthopaedic Emergency Department
Basel, Basel, 4009, Switzerland