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New treatment option for Fusion of Spine, Lumbar Region
Official title Effects of Erector Spinae Plane Block on Postoperative Pain Following Lumbar Fusion Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06528288
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to determine if the method for injecting local anesthesia affects patients' pain and opioid usage after surgery. The investigators will compare subcutaneous anesthesia, injections of anesthesia under the skin, to a method called erector spinae plane block (ESPB).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- The individual has signed and dated a study specific informed consent form approved by the Institutional Review Board at UMMHC.
- The individual is at least 18 years of age.
- The individual is skeletally mature (over the age of 18).
- The patient is scheduled for a one or two level lumbar spinal fusion.
You likely can't join if
- Patients unable to consent for themselves.
- Pregnant women.
- Non-English speaking people.
- Prisoners.
- Spinal fusion procedures for a diagnosis of fracture, tumor, and/or infection.
- Patients who have used greater than 150 morphine milligram equivalents of opioids in the month prior to their operation.
See the full eligibility criteria
- The individual has signed and dated a study specific informed consent form approved by the Institutional Review Board at UMMHC.
- The individual is at least 18 years of age.
- The individual is skeletally mature (over the age of 18).
- The patient is scheduled for a one or two level lumbar spinal fusion.
- Patients unable to consent for themselves.
- Pregnant women.
- Non-English speaking people.
- Prisoners.
- Spinal fusion procedures for a diagnosis of fracture, tumor, and/or infection.
- Patients who have used greater than 150 morphine milligram equivalents of opioids in the month prior to their operation.
- Patients with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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