This study is looking at a new way to manage pain for people with multiple rib fractures. It compares a procedure called a Serratus Anterior Plane Block (SAPB), which uses an ultrasound to guide a local anesthetic (Bupivacaine) to the affected area, against standard pain medications given by IV, injection, or mouth. The study wants to see if SAPB can reduce pain, improve breathing, and potentially lower the amount of other pain medications needed. You might be able to join if you are over 18, have more than one rib fracture diagnosed by X-ray or CT scan, and need pain medicine for your ribs in the emergency department. The main goal is to see how much pain people have two hours after treatment.

Study design

This is a randomized controlled trial, meaning participants are randomly assigned to receive either the SAPB procedure or standard pain medications. The study plans to enroll 60 participants.

What's involved

You would receive either the SAPB procedure or standard pain medications. Your pain levels would be measured at 2 hours.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The primary endpoint for pain is measured at 2 hours after treatment.

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