Sugar water injection eases carpal tunnel pain in small study
NCT ID NCT07371221
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a single injection of 5% dextrose (sugar water) guided by ultrasound to separate the median nerve from surrounding tissues in 37 people with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. Participants were followed for 3 months to see if pain and hand function improved. The goal was to see if this simple procedure could be a safe and effective alternative to surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
5% dextrose solution
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-surgical option to reduce pain and improve hand function in people with carpal tunnel syndrome.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-group study with no comparison group, so results may not be generalizable. The procedure is still experimental and long-term benefits are unknown.
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Locations
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Dr. Nafiz Korez Sincan State Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, 06340, Turkey (Türkiye)