New study tests if adding a second release to carpal tunnel surgery boosts relief
NCT ID NCT07594821
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
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 carpal tunnel syndrome to see which approach provides better symptom relief.
What this could mean
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Active substance
surgery (carpal tunnel release with or without lacertus fibrosis release)
What this could lead to
If the extended surgery works better, it could reduce the number of people who still have symptoms after standard carpal tunnel release.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 110 participants. The extended surgery may not provide extra benefit and could carry additional risks like more scarring or longer recovery.
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Maasstad Ziekenhuis
RECRUITINGRotterdam, South Holland, 3079 DZ, Netherlands
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Spijkenise Medisch Centrum
RECRUITINGRotterdam, South Holland, 3201 GZ, Netherlands
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