Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Conditions
Brief summary
This study will include 20 patients aged 18-75 years who have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) based on electrophysiological examinations performed within the last three months, as well as 20 healthy volunteers without a CTS diagnosis. Sociodemographic data such as age, gender, height, weight, and BMI will be recorded. Pinch grip strength will be evaluated using a Jamar pinch meter, and hand grip strength will be assessed using a Jamar dynamometer. Ultrasound will be used to measure the cross-sectional area and thickness of the thenar muscles as well as the cross-sectional area of the median nerve. Additionally, previous electrophysiological examination results will be recorded for the CTS patients.
Interventions
OTHERNo intervention
No intervention
Sponsors
Beylikduzu State Hospital
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 75 Years
Inclusion criteria
* Patients aged 18-75 years. * Diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome based on electrophysiological examination within the last 3 months. * Healthy volunteers without a diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome. * Volunteered to participate in the study.
Exclusion criteria
* Refusal to participate in the study. * History of surgery due to carpal tunnel syndrome. * Presence of neuromuscular diseases. * Presence of advanced osteoarthritis. * Presence of psychiatric disorders. * Presence of cognitive impairments that may hinder study participation.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Thenar Muscle Cross-Sectional Area (Ultrasound) | 0 day | Measurement of the cross-sectional area of the thenar muscles using ultrasound to determine muscle atrophy or changes associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Thenar Muscle Thickness (Ultrasound) | 0 day | Assessment of the thickness of the thenar muscles using ultrasound to evaluate structural changes in patients with CTS. |
| Median Nerve Cross-Sectional Area (Ultrasound) | 0 day | Measurement of the median nerve's cross-sectional area using ultrasound, a parameter commonly associated with CTS diagnosis and severity. |
| Pinch Grip Strength | 0 day | Evaluated using the Jamar pinch meter, this outcome measures the functional strength of the thumb and index finger, which may be impaired in CTS. |
| Hand Grip Strength | 0 day | Assessed with a Jamar dynamometer, this outcome measures overall hand strength and provides insights into functional limitations caused by CTS. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Contacts
Primary ContactBüşra Şirin Ahısha, MD
Outcome results
None listed