New brace gently massages wrist while you sleep to ease carpal tunnel pain

NCT ID NCT06208709

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Arizona Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

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 function after 8 weeks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: A brace with a built-in balloon that applies gentle, repeated pressure to the wrist during sleep.
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, non-surgical way to reduce pain and improve hand function for people with carpal tunnel syndrome.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early pilot study. The device may not provide meaningful relief, and results may not apply to everyone with carpal tunnel syndrome.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

carpal tunnel syndrome median nerve neuropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Arizona
RECRUITING

Tucson, Arizona, 85724, United States

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