๐ฌIn plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
focuses on the comparative efficacy of Neuromobilization techniques, tendon gliding exercises, and their combined application in the management of mild to moderate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome through a randomized controlled trial (RCT)
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๐ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
* โข Symptoms of CTS (pain, paresthesia in the area of hand innervated by the median nerve)
* First and Second Trimester Pregnant women.
* Mild to Moderate CTS patients.
* Individuals experiencing wrist pain for a duration of at least 6-8 weeks without a history of trauma or specific diagnosis (e.g., fracture, arthritis).
* Pain rated between 3 and 5 on (NPRS).
* Present neurological disorders (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, cervical radiculopathy).
* No prior physical therapy treatment for wrist pain in the last 3-6 months
Exclusion Criteria:
* โข History of traumatic injury, fracture, or surgery to the wrist or hand.
* Diagnosis of systemic diseases affecting the wrist (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, gout, or diabetes-related neuropathy).
* Any skin condition or infection around the wrist that would contraindicate physical therapy.
* Third Trimester Pregnant women
* Individuals with serious cardiovascular or metabolic disorders.
* patients currently undergoing other treatments specifically targeting CTS (e.g., steroid injections)
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What it tests
- Combined Intervention Group
- Neuromobilization Group
- Tendon Gliding Exercise Group
Dr. Akbar Niazi teaching Hospital
Islamabad, Pakistan
๐ค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ always decide together with your own doctor.