Study Comparing Ultrasound-Guided Corticosteroid Injection and Paraffin Therapy for Mild to Moderate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Adults Aged 18 to 65

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating two treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome, a common nerve condition. This study compares the effectiveness and feasibility of paraffin therapy, a physical treatment, and ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injections, both considered low side-effect options. The trial involves adults aged 18 to 65 with mild to moderate symptoms confirmed by nerve studies. Participants will be grouped based on their treatment either paraffin therapy or ultrasound-guided steroid injections. Assessments will be done at the start, 4 weeks, and 12 weeks after treatment to measure pain levels using the Visual Analog Scale VAS and functional ability with the Boston Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Questionnaire BCTQ. Additional nerve function tests will be performed by a neurology specialist at 1 and 3 months without extra cost. During the study, participants will complete pain and function questionnaires and undergo electrophysiological evaluations measuring nerve response times and signal strengths. These tests help assess changes in nerve function over time. The study includes follow-ups outside working hours to reduce participant burden, and the total observation period lasts up to 12 weeks after treatment begins.

Comparison of the Efficacy of Ultrasound-Guided Corticosteroid Injection and Paraffin Therapy in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome