Carpal tunnel release surgery with different anesthesia methods

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of adding a distal median nerve block to local anesthesia during carpal tunnel release surgery. The study aims to determine if this combination reduces pain experienced by patients during and after the procedure compared to using local anesthesia alone. Participants with confirmed carpal tunnel syndrome will be randomly assigned to one of two groups for the surgery. The trial seeks to provide evidence on the best anesthesia approach for this common surgical procedure.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* ≥18 years of age
* CTS verified by nerve conduction studies
* Symptoms suitable for CTS

Exclusion Criteria:

* Recurrent CTS
* Peripheral neuropathies
* Known allergy to the trial drugs
* Profound cognitive impairment
* Pregnancy

Where it's running

• Kuopio University hospital, Department of Orthopaedics, Traumatology and Hand Surgery
  Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Noora Heikkinen, MBBS
• Email: noorheik@student.uef.fi
• Phone: +358504421930

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.