Ultrasound vs. diathermy: which eases carpal tunnel better?
NCT ID NCT07545161
First seen Apr 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 05, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study compared two physical therapy methods—pulsed ultrasound and pulsed shortwave diathermy—in 40 adults with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. All participants wore a wrist splint and did exercises for three weeks, plus one of the two treatments. Researchers measured hand symptoms, pain, grip strength, and nerve swelling before treatment and at 1 and 3 months after.
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Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
Kahramanmaraş, 46000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
Kahramanmaraş, Turkey (Türkiye)
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