Thumb arthritis pain relief: steroid shot vs. placebo

NCT ID NCT04177433

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

Summary

This study tested whether a steroid injection into the thumb joint can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with thumb osteoarthritis. 61 adults received either a steroid shot or a placebo (salt water) and were followed for 6 months. The goal was to see if the steroid provides meaningful pain relief compared to placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, hand

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Western Hand & Upper Limb Facility, Sturgeon Community Hospital

    St. Albert, Alberta, T8N 6C4, Canada