Comparing radiofrequency and ultrasound therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two types of therapy — radiofrequency (TECAR) and ultrasound — to see which works better for improving hand feeling, dexterity, and quality of life in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. If you have moderate carpal tunnel syndrome, you might join to find a non-surgical treatment that could help you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 35 and 50 years old
- You have had carpal tunnel symptoms (like numbness, tingling, or pain in your hand) for at least a month
- Your carpal tunnel syndrome is moderate — not mild and not severe enough to need surgery
- Your body mass index (BMI) is in the normal range (18.5 to 24.9)
- You do not have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease, or other nerve or blood vessel conditions affecting your arm
- You are not pregnant and have not had wrist surgery, injury, or steroid injections in the wrist in the last 3 months
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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