Comparing bilateral and unilateral neuromobilization for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Official title: Examining the Effects of Bilateral Neuromobilization in Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Comparison Study with Unilateral Application
Run by Gazi University · NCT06554405 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study tests if treating both hands at the same time helps people with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome feel better compared to treating just the affected hand.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Gazi University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06554405 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include individuals aged 18 and older diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome without other upper extremity conditions.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a history of surgery or trauma in the affected upper extremity or those with uncontrolled systemic diseases may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of bilateral neuromobilization compared to unilateral neuromobilization in patients diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). CTS is a common condition caused by median nerve compression at the wrist, leading to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and pain. The study aims to determine if treating both extremities simultaneously offers superior benefits over treating only the affected side. Participants will be monitored for improvements in symptoms and functionality as part of the intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more effective treatment options for patients suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on neuromobilization techniques, this specific comparison of bilateral versus unilateral approaches is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals diagnosed with CTS, * Aged 18 and above, * Without any other conditions in either upper extremity (such as trigger finger, osteoarthritis, tenosynovitis) Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a history of surgery, trauma, or fracture in the same upper extremity, * Those who have received an injection for CTS in the last 3 months, * Those with poor cooperation, * Those participating in any other treatment program during the study, * Those with a history of uncontrolled systemic diseases or systemic diseases involved in the etiology of CTS (such as diabetes, thyroid diseases, rheumatoid arthritis), * Those who have used orthoses regularly and/or received physiotherapy in the last 3 months, * Individuals with marked thenar atrophy requiring early surgical intervention
Where it's running
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Gazi University Faculty of Health Sciences
Ankara, Turkey Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Öznur GÜNEY
- Email: oznur1123@gmail.com
- Phone: +905421908400
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.