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Which nerve block eases shoulder surgery pain best?
NCT ID NCT07483814
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of nerve blocks—interscalene and suprascapular—for controlling pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. 84 adults having shoulder arthroscopy will receive one of the blocks, and researchers will measure pain levels and side effects. The goal is to find which block provides better pain relief and reduces the risk of chronic pain.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- nerve block (interscalene block or suprascapular block)
- What this could lead to
- If one block works better, it could improve pain control after shoulder surgery and lower the chance of long-term pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center study with 84 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and both blocks have known side effects like temporary weakness or breathing issues.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 84 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jan 2024
- Expected to finish
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Jun 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Once suitability is confirmed, detailed information about the work programs is provided in glossary and written form. Random grouping (randomization) and work will be specifically approved after being informed before any process.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients who have provided written informed consent 2. Patients over 18 years of age scheduled for elective shoulder arthroscopy 3. Patients classified as ASA I-II 4. Patients undergoing general anesthesia Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients undergoing shoulder surgery other than arthroscopic procedures (e.g., revision or open surgery) 2. Patients with pre-existing respiratory, cardiac, renal, neurological, or hepatic diseases 3. Presence of neuropathy affecting the brachial plexus 4. Contraindications to peripheral nerve block (e.g., coagulopathy) 5. Known allergy to local anesthetics
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Adnan menderesüniversite Hastanesi
Aydin, Efeler, 09010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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