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Nerve glides: a Drug-Free path to ease carpal tunnel pain?

NCT ID NCT07779096

Symptom relief Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether adding neural mobilization—gentle exercises that help the median nerve move freely—to a standard physical therapy program can improve symptoms and hand function in women with carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants receive either the combined treatment or standard therapy alone for six weeks. Researchers measure changes in nerve shape via ultrasound, grip strength, and symptom scores to see if the added technique makes a difference.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Neural mobilization (nerve-gliding exercises) added to a standard physical therapy program
What this could lead to
If effective, adding neural mobilization to standard physiotherapy could offer a non-surgical way to ease pain and improve hand function in carpal tunnel syndrome.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial, so results may not apply broadly. The benefit over standard therapy alone is uncertain, and nerve-gliding exercises may not help everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

30 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2023

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

45 to 55 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female patients diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) confirmed by electrophysiological nerve conduction study Age range: 45-55years Unilateral or bilateral CTS (mild to moderate severity) Symptom duration of at least 3 months (chronic cases) No previous surgical intervention for CTS Willing to participate and sign informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Severe CTS requiring surgical intervention Previous wrist surgery or fracture history Cervical radiculopathy or thoracic outlet syndrome (double crush syndrome)

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Conditions

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carpal tunnel syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Physical Therapy Cairo University

    Cairo, Other (Non US), 12511, Egypt

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