Healthy nerve sizes revealed: ultrasound study sets new standard

NCT ID NCT03209947

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

Summary

This study aimed to find the normal ultrasound size of the ulnar nerve at the elbow in 50 healthy adults. Participants had no history of ulnar nerve problems. Researchers measured the nerve's surface area to establish a reference range, which could help diagnose nerve issues in the future.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors better diagnose ulnar nerve problems by providing a standard for what a healthy nerve looks like on ultrasound.

What could go wrong

This is a small, observational study in healthy people, so the results may not apply to everyone or to those with nerve symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ulnar neuropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHRU de Brest

    Brest, 29609, France