Simple wrist exercises could reduce pain without surgery

NCT ID NCT07358507

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding specific nerve gliding exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with chronic ulnar-sided (pinky side) wrist pain. About 34 adults with pain lasting at least 3 months will be randomly assigned to standard therapy alone or standard therapy plus nerve gliding exercises. Researchers will measure pain, hand function, strength, and joint position sense after 4 weeks to see if the exercises offer extra benefit.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
nerve gliding exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to improve wrist pain and function without drugs or surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not provide extra benefit over standard therapy.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gazi University Health Sciences Faculty Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department

    RECRUITING

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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