This study is comparing two ways to manage pain after surgery for lower leg injuries like ankle, leg, or thigh fractures. One group will receive a single injection of Exparel (a long-acting pain medicine) combined with bupivacaine (another pain medicine). The other group will receive bupivacaine through catheters (small tubes) that deliver medicine continuously. Researchers want to see which method provides better pain control. They will measure your pain levels at 12, 24, and 36 hours after surgery. You may be able to join if you are 18 or older, have a closed lower leg injury, and haven't used opioids before. The study is currently unclear about its recruitment status and plans to enroll 90 participants.

Study design

This interventional study will involve 90 participants. It compares two different pain management approaches for lower extremity trauma.

What's involved

You will receive pain medication before surgery. Your pain levels will be monitored every 12 hours for up to 72 hours after the injection.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Your pain will be monitored for up to 72 hours after the injection.

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