Wrist or shoulder? study tests best exercise for tennis elbow relief

NCT ID NCT07576829

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares wrist heavy slow resistance exercises with shoulder stabilization exercises to see which better reduces pain and improves grip strength in people with tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Thirty-two adults aged 30-50 with elbow pain for at least 2 weeks will do their assigned exercises 3 times a week for 6 weeks. The goal is to find the most effective exercise strategy for this common condition.

What this could mean

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Active substance

wrist heavy slow resistance exercises and shoulder stabilization exercises

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point to a more effective exercise approach for relieving tennis elbow pain and improving grip strength.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It compares two exercise types, not a new drug or treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

epicondylitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Pulse Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Sādiqābād, Pakistan

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