Popliteal Nerve Block for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair Surgery
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 65
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 80 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Women's College Hospital · Other
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About This Trial
Achilles tendon rupture is common, yet the value of popliteal nerve block for postoperative pain control during surgical repair remains uncertain. Despite widespread use, evidence supporting its analgesic effectiveness is limited, and both popliteal nerve block and Achilles tendon repair carry risks of nerve injury. This randomized, placebo-controlled trial will evaluate whether adding a popliteal…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 18 - 65
* ASA classification: I - III
* BMI \< 35 kg/m2
* Undergoing acute Achilles tendon rupture repair surgery as a day surgery procedure
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pre-existing neurological deficits or peripheral neuropathy in the distribution of the tibial or common pero…
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