Electric jolt before surgery may speed hand recovery
NCT ID NCT05395715
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether giving a mild electrical stimulation to the nerve a week before surgery can improve hand function recovery in people with severe cubital tunnel syndrome. Thirty adults with severe nerve damage will be randomly assigned to receive either real stimulation or a sham (fake) treatment before their operation. Researchers will measure nerve fiber counts and hand strength to see if the stimulation helps.
What this could mean
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Active substance
electrical stimulation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a simple, low-cost way to boost nerve recovery after surgery for severe cubital tunnel syndrome.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefit may be small or not show up at all.
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University of Alberta
RECRUITINGEdmonton, Alberta, T6G 2E1, Canada
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