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Geniculate Nerve Block Versus Adductor Canal Block for ACL Reconstruction Surgery
Led by Hospital Clinic of Barcelona · Updated on 2024-07-03
40
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
13 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying the pain management methods used during and after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. This research compares the effectiveness of two types of nerve blocks: the genicular nerve block (GNB) and the adductor canal block (ACB). The goal is to understand which method better controls pain without affecting muscle strength, as early movement is important after surgery. Participants will receive either the adductor canal block or the genicular nerve block before surgery, both performed by an anesthesiologist using ultrasound guidance and 20 mL of Ropivacaine 0.2%. After surgery, all participants will receive standard pain control medicines, including Dexketoprofen, acetaminophen, and tramadol if needed. The study is designed as a triple-blind, non-randomized trial. During the study, pain levels will be measured up to six hours after surgery in the recovery room, along with opioid use. Additional assessments include pain scores at home during the first 24 hours and quality of rest the first night after surgery. The total participation period includes these postoperative evaluations with close monitoring of pain and medication use.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Geniculate Nerve Block Versus Adductor Canal Block for ACL Reconstruction Surgery
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients from 18 to 50 years old scheduled to undergo anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
You will not qualify if you...
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Pre-existing femoral neuropathy
- Diabetes mellitus
- Alcoholism
- Drug addiction
- Cancer with chemotherapy
- Chronic pain state
- Patient refusal to participate in the study
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Surgery day
Participants receive an injection of local anesthetic under ultrasound guidance either in the adductor canal or genicular nerves after induction of general anesthesia prior to ACL reconstruction surgery.
1 visit (in-person, day of surgery)
Duration - Up to 24 hours post-surgery
Participants are monitored for pain and opioid consumption up to 6 hours after surgery and for pain and quality of rest up to 24 hours at home.
1 follow-up visit and home monitoring
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Hospital Clinic
Barcelona, Spain, 0836
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
TRIPLE
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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