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A Comparative Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Kinesiotaping and Peloidotherapy in Patients With Idiopathic Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Led by Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital · Updated on 2026-03-20
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of kinesiotaping and peloidotherapy as conservative treatments for patients with mild to moderate idiopathic carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). CTS is a common condition caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist. The study compares these treatments alongside a home exercise program to assess their impact on pain, hand function, and nerve health. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups. The first group receives peloidotherapy sessions at 45 degrees, 20 minutes per session, five days a week for three weeks, combined with home exercises. The second group undergoes kinesiotaping twice a week for a total of six sessions along with home exercises. The third group follows only the home exercise program, which includes tendon and nerve gliding and wrist strengthening exercises. During treatment, paracetamol may be used for pain if needed. Throughout the study, participants will be assessed by a blinded evaluator at the start, three weeks after treatment, and again at three months. Evaluations include clinical exams, pain scores, hand grip and pinch strength, nerve ultrasound, and symptom questionnaires. The study tracks changes in pain levels and functional status as primary outcomes, with additional strength and nerve measurements as secondary outcomes. The entire process allows researchers to monitor treatment effects over time and ensure participant safety and adherence.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effectiveness of Kinesiotaping and Peloidotherapy in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Being between the ages of 18-65
- Agreeing to participate voluntarily in the study
- Diagnosed with mild or moderate idiopathic chronic carpal tunnel syndrome based on medical history, clinical exam, and nerve conduction study
You will not qualify if you...
- Having conditions like diabetes, chronic kidney or liver disease, acromegaly, rheumatological diseases, acute trauma, or hypothyroidism that may cause CTS
- Diagnosed with severe carpal tunnel syndrome
- History of previous wrist surgery or trauma
- Muscle wasting or weakness in the thenar region of the hand
- Having cervical radiculopathy, thoracic outlet syndrome, polyneuropathy, brachial neuropathy, or proximal median nerve neuropathy
- Received steroid injections in the last 3 months or taking oral steroids
- Currently pregnant
- Having an open wound or rash around the wrist that prevents treatment
- Receiving or planning to receive other treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome
- Having wrist conditions like bifid median nerve, persistent median artery, ganglion cyst, tenosynovitis, or tendinitis that affect eligibility
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 3 weeks
Participants receive one of three conservative treatments: peloid therapy with 15 sessions over 3 weeks plus a home exercise program; kinesiotaping with 6 sessions over 3 weeks plus a home exercise program; or a home exercise program alone.
5 visits per week for peloid therapy group; 2 visits per week for kinesiotaping group; home exercises performed at home for the exercise-only group
Duration - 9 weeks
Participants are assessed for pain, function, strength, and nerve status at 3 weeks and 3 months after treatment completion.
2 visits (at week 3 and week 12 after treatment)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
Konya, Turkey (Türkiye), 42060
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Research Team
A
Ayşe Güleç, MD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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