Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Conditions
Brief summary
Interventional study to evaluate efficacy and safety of an active splint.
Interventions
Non invasive active splint
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Male or female patients, above 40 years of age. * Able to understand and sign informed consent * Pain associated with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome in a single wrist * Numbness and tingling in the median nerve distribution * Nocturnal Numbness * Weakness and/or atrophy of the thenar musculature * Demonstrate positive Phalen's Test of the affected extremity * Demonstrate positive Tinel's Test of the affected extremity * Sensory impairment defined as a loss of 2-point discrimination * Have recent (within 3 months) electro-diagnostic evidence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Exclusion criteria
• Currently receiving treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome * History of surgical carpal tunnel release * Pregnancy * Diabetes not controlled by medication * Radiculopathy i.e., cervical radiculopathy, diabetic radiculopathy * Thoracic outlet syndrome * Compromised skin integrity * Past history of traumatic event, surgery, or congenital impairment of the forearm, wrist, or hand
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reduction in pain score | 10 weeks | Reduction in NRS reported pain score |
Countries
Israel