Nerve compression syndrome
MONDO:0003615Any nerve disorder caused by the entrapment and compression of a nerve.
Also known as: entrapment neuropathy
212 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 24 tagged with Nerve compression syndrome itself.
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Sub-types of Nerve compression syndrome
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Carpal tunnel syndrome 165 trials
2 sub-types
- Carpal tunnel syndrome 1 0 trials
- Carpal tunnel syndrome 2 0 trials
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Piriformis syndrome 25 trials
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Meralgia paresthetica 5 trials
1 sub-type
- Meralgia paraesthetica, familial 0 trials
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Could a porcine nerve wrap save shoulder function after cancer surgery?
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether wrapping the spinal accessory nerve with a porcine (pig) tissue product during neck dissection for head and neck cancer can prevent shoulder problems. About 74 adults who have not had prior neck surgery will be enrolled. Researchers will measure shoulder …
Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Could a short steroid course after surgery reduce pain and nausea?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether a 6-day course of oral steroids after orthopedic surgery can help reduce pain, nausea, and improve movement. About 500 adults having common surgeries like joint replacement or fracture repair will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Which stitch leaves a better scar after carpal tunnel surgery?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two common types of stitches used to close the wound after carpal tunnel release surgery: absorbable stitches that dissolve on their own and non-absorbable stitches that need to be removed. About 116 patients will be randomly assigned to one stitch type, and t…
Sponsor: Kuopio University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:34 UTC
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Zapped nerves: study planned to boost recovery after surgery — but never started
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see if giving a short, mild electrical stimulation to compressed nerves during surgery could speed up recovery of strength and function. It planned to include people with nerve compression in the spine or limbs who were already scheduled for decompressi…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC