Virtual reality therapy for little league elbow
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using virtual reality exercises can help young athletes recover from little league elbow, a common overuse injury causing pain at the inner elbow. It may improve pain and function compared to standard treatment alone.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with little league elbow (medial epicondyle apophysitis).
- You have had symptoms for more than 4 months.
- You are receiving standard treatment for the condition.
- You have no recent fractures in the affected arm.
- You have no neurological or other musculoskeletal conditions that affect arm function.
- You are able to cooperate with the study procedures.
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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