Carpal tunnel syndrome

This study looks at whether taking a small piece of ligament during routine carpal tunnel surgery can help diagnose transthyretin amyloidosis, a serious condition that often goes unnoticed until it affects the heart. Researchers will compare this new biopsy method to the standard…

This study aims to translate an English questionnaire used to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome into Thai and check if it works well. Researchers will enroll 80 adults at Siriraj Hospital who have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants will answer the new Thai que…

This study compares standard carpal tunnel release surgery to an extended version that also releases a ligament in the forearm. Many people still have symptoms after standard surgery, possibly because the nerve is also compressed higher up. The trial will enroll 110 adults with c…

This study tests a device called Walkasins, worn on the lower legs, that vibrates to give sensory feedback about foot pressure. The goal is to see if using it daily for six months improves balance and walking in 200 adults aged 55+ with peripheral neuropathy. Participants will do…

This study tests whether nerve gliding exercises, tendon gliding exercises, or a combination of both can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups and followed for ch…

This study tests whether standard carpal tunnel surgery—cutting a ligament in the wrist—actually relieves symptoms like numbness and pain better than a pretend surgery where the ligament is not cut. About 180 adults with carpal tunnel syndrome will be randomly assigned to real or…

This study will give a steroid and numbing injection to 60 people with carpal tunnel syndrome, half of whom also have type 2 diabetes. Researchers will track pain, nerve function, and hand strength for 12 weeks to see if the diabetes group recovers as well as those without diabet…

This study tests whether taking a combination of alpha-lipoic acid, vitamin E, and vitamin B after carpal tunnel surgery can reduce pain, numbness, and improve hand function. About 84 adults with carpal tunnel syndrome will receive either the supplement combo or a comparator, and…

This study tests if combining two needle-based treatments works better than either alone for carpal tunnel syndrome. The treatments are a needle release of a wrist ligament and a dextrose (sugar water) injection around the nerve. The study will include 102 adults with moderate to…

This study tests whether using a long-acting local anesthetic called Exparel, along with education about opioids, can help people avoid taking opioid painkillers after carpal tunnel release surgery. About 64 adults with carpal tunnel syndrome will be split into two groups: one ge…

This study tests a gel called DYNAVISC placed around the nerve during repeat carpal tunnel surgery to see if it reduces pain and tingling better than standard surgery alone. About 50 adults with ongoing hand pain after a prior carpal tunnel release will take part. Results are mea…

This study compares two treatments—kinesiotaping (a special tape) and peloidotherapy (mud therapy)—plus home exercises, against exercises alone for people with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. 90 adults will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. The goal is to see …

This study compares two treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome: an ultrasound-guided injection around the nerve versus a small-incision surgery to relieve pressure. Researchers will measure pain and hand function in 60 adults with mild to severe symptoms over 12 weeks. The goal is…

This study looks at how well corticosteroid injections relieve carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms in people whose nerve tests (EMG) are normal or only mildly abnormal. Researchers will review past data from 300 patients who received the injection and filled out a questionnaire about…

This study tests a new brace that applies small, repeated forces to the wrist during sleep, aiming to relieve carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms. Researchers will compare it to a standard brace in 116 adults. The main goal is to see if the device reduces pain and improves hand funct…

This study compares two treatments for mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome: osteopathic manipulation (hands-on therapy) and wearing a wrist brace at night. Ten adults diagnosed with carpal tunnel will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. Researchers will use MRI sca…

This study tests whether a painless brain stimulation technique (tDCS plus ultrasound) can reduce chronic pain in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. About 95 adults with long-term wrist pain will receive either real or fake (sham) stimulation to see if it lowers their pain score…

This study tests whether high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. Eighty adults will receive either real or sham laser treatment, plus a wrist splint. Researchers will measure pain, nerve…

This study looks at whether adding neck and upper back exercises to standard physical therapy can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. Sixty adults with the condition will be split into two groups: one gets standard therapy alone, the other…

This study compares a continuous cooling therapy device to traditional ice packs for managing pain after open carpal tunnel release surgery. About 128 adults having the surgery will be randomly assigned to one of the two cooling methods. Researchers will measure pain levels and h…

This study compares two treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome: resting splints and high-intensity laser therapy, both added to standard physical therapy. Researchers will measure pain, hand function, nerve signals, and grip strength in 78 adults aged 18-75. The goal is to see whi…

This study tests whether using a robotic arm to guide injections for carpal tunnel syndrome is better than the standard manual method. Twenty adults with moderate to severe carpal tunnel syndrome will receive a corticosteroid injection either by robot or by hand. The goal is to s…

This study tests whether auriculotherapy (a type of ear acupuncture) can help manage pain after carpal tunnel surgery. Fifty adults will receive either real or sham auriculotherapy before surgery, and their pain levels will be tracked for three days afterward. The goal is to see …

This study tests whether pain neuroscience education (PNE) can improve symptoms in people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants will receive PNE along with standard home exercises and a wrist splint. The goal is to see if understanding pain better leads to le…

This study compares two common injection treatments—cortisone and saline—for carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition causing wrist pain and numbness. About 90 adults aged 18-65 with confirmed carpal tunnel will receive one of the injections plus exercise therapy. Researchers will mea…

This study tests whether adding a nerve block to local anesthesia reduces pain after carpal tunnel release surgery. 118 adults with carpal tunnel syndrome will be randomly assigned to receive either local anesthesia alone or local anesthesia plus a nerve block. Pain levels will b…

This study looks at two different physiotherapy treatments—paraffin baths and shockwave therapy—for people with carpal tunnel syndrome. Researchers will measure nerve thickness, nerve activity, pain levels, and quality of life in 60 adults aged 30-60. The goal is to see which tre…

This study aims to learn more about rare inherited disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves. Researchers will collect medical history, perform exams, and run genetic tests on up to 3,500 participants. No new treatments are tested; the goal is to better un…

This study compares carbon dioxide emissions from orthopedic surgeries performed with different materials and setups. Researchers will track waste, energy use, and sterilization methods for procedures like carpal tunnel release or wound revision. The goal is to identify ways to r…

This study looks at whether a common heart procedure (using the wrist artery) can damage nerves in the hand. Researchers will check 400 patients for signs of carpal tunnel syndrome or other nerve problems. The goal is to understand the risks better, not to test a new treatment.

This study aims to see if a quick bedside sensory test can predict which painkiller—pregabalin, duloxetine, or a placebo—works best for people with nerve pain in their feet. About 190 adults with diabetic, chemotherapy-related, or idiopathic nerve pain will try each treatment for…

This study looks at how the constant vibration from tattoo machines may damage nerves in the hands of tattoo artists. Researchers will test touch, strength, and sensation in 20 tattoo artists and compare them to 20 people who don't use vibrating tools. The goal is to understand i…

This study looks at how carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) severity relates to sleep quality. Researchers will compare 120 CTS patients with healthy controls using ultrasound and sleep questionnaires. The goal is to better understand the connection between nerve compression and poor sl…

This study is collecting information from 4,000 adults with peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) to better understand the condition. Researchers will combine standard tests with nerve ultrasound to see if it helps diagnose and track the disease. No new treatments are being tested…

This study is collecting nerve samples and biofluids from 400 people with ALS or peripheral neuropathies to find biological markers for early diagnosis and disease tracking. By analyzing individual cells, researchers hope to identify molecular changes that happen before symptoms …

This pilot study aims to understand what happens in the muscles during the Scratch Collapse Test, a simple exam used to detect nerve compression in carpal tunnel syndrome. Researchers will use a technique called myography to measure muscle activity in 25 patients with unilateral …

This study looks at how ultrasound images of the median nerve in the wrist relate to a person's ability to feel touch in carpal tunnel syndrome. Researchers will measure nerve size and texture with ultrasound and compare them to sensory tests like two-point discrimination. The go…