Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Conditions
Brief summary
In this study, the examiners will investigate the reliability and validity of Mastrict Upper Extremity scale in Urdu language in Pakistani patients with Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Detailed description
The objective of this study is to translate as well as culturally adapt the Mastrict Upper Extrimity scale (MUEQ) into Urdu language and to test its reliability and validity in patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This cross-sectional survey will use convenience sampling technique to enroll the participants on a pre-defined criteria. The outcomes of this study will help in finding the reliability and validity of MUEQ in patients with CTS. The reliability of this scale will be examined using internal consistency and test-retest methods. The internal consistency will be checked by Cronbach's alpha value. The test-retest reliability will be analyzed using an interclass correlation with patients.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Riphah International University
Study design
Observational model
ECOLOGIC_OR_COMMUNITY
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 50 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Individuals who had to execute computer jobs in office. * Individuals who have been working in present position for minimum 6 months * Individuals who have been working for at least 4 hours or more in a day
Exclusion criteria
* Individuals who had Severe phsycytric and behavioral complaint * Individuals who had prior injury of upper extremity * Individuals who had any surgery of upper extremity
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Analouge scale | 12th week | The visual analogue scale is a simple and frequently used method for the assessment of variations in intensity of pain. In clinical practice the percentage of pain relief, assessed by Visual Analouge scale, is often considered as a measure of the efficacy of treatment. |
| JAMAR Hydraulic hand Dynamometer | 12th week | Hand grip strength is an indicator of general muscle strength that is measured using a hand dynamometer. |
| Boston questionnaire | 12th week | The Boston Carpal Tunnel Score is a patient-reported questionnaire that examines symptom severity and overall functional status of patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed