Simple hand exercises may ease carpal tunnel pain without surgery

NCT ID NCT07653789

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

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 changes in pain and symptoms. The goal is to find a non-surgical, low-cost approach to managing this common condition.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

neuromobilization techniques and tendon gliding exercises

What this could lead to

If effective, these simple exercises could offer a drug-free way to reduce pain and improve hand function in people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not work for severe cases or those with other conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

carpal tunnel syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Dr. Akbar Niazi teaching Hospital

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    Islamabad, ICT, Pakistan

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