RecruitingNCT06658886

Comparison of the Efficacy of Ultrasound-Guided Corticosteroid Injection and Paraffin Therapy in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome


Sponsor

Beylikduzu State Hospital

Enrollment

46 participants

Start Date

Nov 10, 2024

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of paraffin therapy, a physical therapy modality, and ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, the most common entrapment neuropathy. By doing so, the study will evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of these two alternative, low-side-effect treatments for managing this frequently encountered condition.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

  • Patients aged 18-65.
  • Diagnosed with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome based on electrophysiological studies.
  • Received either ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection or paraffin therapy.
  • Symptoms persisting for at least 3 months.

Exclusion Criteria2

  • Diagnosis of other conditions causing neuropathic symptoms (e.g., polyneuropathy, brachial plexopathy, thoracic outlet syndrome).
  • History of previous injection or surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome.

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Interventions

OTHERNo intervention

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Locations(1)

Beylikdüzü State Hospital

Istanbul, Beylikdüzü, Turkey (Türkiye)

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