Night splints for carpal tunnel: which angle works best?
NCT ID NCT07458152
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares three different wrist splint positions (flexed, neutral, and extended) worn at night for eight weeks in 108 adults with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. All participants also receive education and exercises. The goal is to see which position best reduces pain, numbness, and improves nerve function. Results will help guide conservative treatment for this common condition.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- wrist splint
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify the best wrist position for splinting to relieve carpal tunnel symptoms without surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding of participants. Results may not apply to severe cases or long-term use.
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