Nerve injury treatment: growth factor vs platelet-rich plasma injection
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests if an ultrasound-guided injection of placental growth factor or platelet-rich plasma can help heal injured median or ulnar nerves in the hand. It may be an option if you have had a traumatic nerve injury for more than 3 months and still have symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are 16 years old or older.
- You have a traumatic injury to the median or ulnar nerve (nerves that help move and feel your hand).
- You have symptoms or trouble using your hand because of the injury.
- Your injury happened more than 3 months ago.
- You do not have other causes of nerve problems, like diabetes or nerve entrapment (e.g., carpal tunnel).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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