Corticosteroid injection vs. paraffin therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome: an ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection or paraffin wax therapy. It aims to find which option works better for people with mild to moderate symptoms lasting at least 3 months.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome (confirmed by nerve tests).
- Your symptoms (like numbness, tingling, or pain) have lasted at least 3 months.
- You have not had prior carpal tunnel surgery or a corticosteroid injection for this condition.
- Your symptoms are not caused by other nerve problems (such as polyneuropathy or a pinched nerve in the neck).
Quick eligibility check
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