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New pain relief approach for broken ribs shows promise in cutting opioid use
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a drug called dexmedetomidine can help control pain and reduce the need for strong painkillers (opioids) in people with three or more broken ribs from blunt chest injuries. 41 adults in the ICU took part. The goal was to see if the drug could lower pain …
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New pain block for broken ribs shows promise in small trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nerve block called an erector spinae plane (ESP) block is feasible for treating early rib fracture pain in trauma patients. Twenty-seven adults with rib fractures received the block alongside standard pain relief. The goal was to see if a larger trial …
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:58 UTC
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New nerve block eases rib fracture pain, cuts opioid use
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an ultrasound-guided nerve block (Serratus Anterior Plane Block) can improve pain, breathing, and coughing in emergency room patients with rib fractures. Forty adults with confirmed rib fractures received either the nerve block or usual care. Researchers…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rhode Island Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:49 UTC
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Freezing pain away: new rib fracture treatment tested
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a procedure called cryoanalgesia, which uses cold to numb nerves, for treating pain from broken ribs. Five adults with rib fractures received the treatment to see if it could improve pain control and reduce the need for strong painkillers. The goal was to find a…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
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Freezing rib nerves slashes pain and opioids in trauma patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a procedure called cryoneurolysis, which uses a special device to freeze the nerves around broken ribs. The goal was to see if it could provide better pain relief and reduce the need for strong painkillers like opioids. The study included 43 adults aged 18 to 64…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Freezing pain away: new hope for elderly with broken ribs
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a procedure called cryoablation, which uses cold to numb nerves around broken ribs, to help elderly patients manage pain. The goal was to reduce complications and help them get back to normal activities faster. 127 patients over age 65 with rib fractures took pa…
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Rib fracture surgery: does age matter for recovery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 1,000 patients with multiple rib fractures to see how age and injury severity affect outcomes after surgical repair. Researchers tracked deaths, time on a ventilator, and hospital stay length. The goal is to better understand which patients benefit most …
Matched conditions: RIB FRACTURES
Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:58 UTC