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New treatment option for Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Official title Ketorolac Effects on Post-operative Pain and Lumbar Fusion
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06513208
What this study is testing
What is Ketorolac Tromethamine?
Ketorolac Tromethamine is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for lumbar spinal fusion.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- A double blind prospective randomized trial of IV ketorolac vs. placebo in management of patients undergoing lumbar one or two level spinal fusions.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- 18-85 years old (inclusive)
- Elective posterior lumbar instrumented fusion
- One or two level fusion
- Consent to participate in study and willing to adhere to study follow up
- English proficiency
You likely can't join if
- \ 85 years old
- History of renal failure, dialysis, or creatinine over 1.50 mg/dl
- Active or recent smoker (active within past 6 months)
- Revision surgery
- Auto/worker compensation
- Active cancer or history of chemotherapy in past 6 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18-85 years old (inclusive)
- Elective posterior lumbar instrumented fusion
- One or two level fusion
- Consent to participate in study and willing to adhere to study follow up
- English proficiency
- \ 85 years old
- History of renal failure, dialysis, or creatinine over 1.50 mg/dl
- Active or recent smoker (active within past 6 months)
- Revision surgery
- Auto/worker compensation
- Active cancer or history of chemotherapy in past 6 months
- Active narcotic use within 3 months of surgery date
- Infection at operative levels
- Any allergies to NSAIDs or Opioids
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Towson, Maryland, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Towson, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.