Status:
RECRUITING
Small Nerve Fiber Activity in Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Assessed Via Quantitative Sensory Testing
Lead Sponsor:
Brooke Army Medical Center
Conditions:
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-65 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is typically based on clinical findings and confirmatory electrodiagnostic testing. However, electrodiagnostic testing can only assess large A-alpha and A...
Detailed Description
Purpose: To assess changes in A-beta, A-deta, and C-fiber function after standard physical therapy interventions in individuals with CTS. Specific Aim 1 (primary aim): Determine if A-beta, A-deta, an...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- DEERS eligible Age 18-65 Pain and paresthesia in the median nerve distribution A positive Phalen test A positive Tinel test over the carpal tunnel Willing to attend physical therapy
Exclusion
- Nerve root signs consistent with a radiculopathy Suspected radial and ulnar nerve involvement based on monofilament testing Bilateral CTS Previous hand surgery Injections in the upper quarter in the last 6 months Cervical, shoulder, or UE trauma in the last 6 months Currently pregnant or postpartum within the last 6 months No more than minimal care (evaluation and patient education, 1 visit) for the current episode
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
November 12 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
July 1 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
48 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06550284
Start Date
November 12 2024
End Date
July 1 2025
Last Update
February 5 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78234