Stretching methods for arm pain from overuse
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests two different stretching techniques to see which one better relieves arm pain and improves movement in people with overuse injuries. It may help you if you have long-lasting discomfort from repetitive activities like typing or manual work.
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Who can take part
- Your pain is in your arm, wrist, or hand and has lasted for at least 3 months.
- You are between 20 and 50 years old.
- Your pain level is moderate, around 3 to 7 on a 0-10 scale.
- You do repetitive tasks with your arms or hands at work, home, or during sports.
- You have not had any arm surgery, injury, or broken bones in the last 6 months.
- You have not had steroid shots or physical therapy for this problem 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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