Cervicothoracic exercises for carpal tunnel syndrome
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific neck and upper back exercises can reduce pain and improve function in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. It may be an option if you have had symptoms for at least 12 weeks and have not had wrist surgery or injections.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have had carpal tunnel symptoms (numbness, tingling, pain in your hand) for at least 12 weeks
- You have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome by a doctor
- Your hand pain is at least a 4 on a 0–10 scale (where 0 is no pain and 10 is worst pain)
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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