Adding a medication to hip surgery pain relief for older adults

This trial is testing whether adding dexmedetomidine to a nerve block injection can help control pain better after hip surgery in older adults. A nerve block is a targeted injection that numbs the area around your hip without affecting your ability to move your leg—which is important for recovery. The study compares the standard nerve block to one with the added medication to see if it provides longer-lasting pain relief.

After hip surgery, older adults often struggle with severe pain, which can delay walking and rehabilitation, increase the need for opioid medications, and raise the risk of confusion and complications. This medication may help extend pain relief from the nerve block, potentially helping you move and recover faster.