Which carpal tunnel surgery hurts less? study compares two techniques

NCT ID NCT07364604

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

Summary

This study looked at 113 adults with carpal tunnel syndrome to see if there is a difference in pain and hand function shortly after surgery. One group had endoscopic surgery (small incisions) and the other had open surgery (larger incision). Researchers measured pain and function using standard questionnaires and also tracked when patients returned to work.

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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

Locations

  • Stanford University

    Palo Alto, California, 93405, United States