Comparing splinting and exercise for treating De Quervain's tenosynovitis
Comparison of Static Hand-Wrist Splinting and Exercise Therapy in the Management of De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
This study is testing whether a hand splint or exercise therapy works better to relieve pain and improve function for people with De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Konya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06995534 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a static hand-wrist resting splint versus exercise therapy in treating De Quervain's tenosynovitis, a painful condition affecting the tendons of the thumb. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatment groups and will undergo assessments of pain levels, functional status, hand strength, and ultrasound findings. The study will track outcomes over a six-week period, with evaluations at baseline, two weeks, and at the end of treatment. The goal is to determine which conservative treatment option provides better relief and functional improvement for patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 65 with acute or subacute De Quervain's tenosynovitis experiencing wrist pain for less than three months.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of trauma, significant neurological disorders, or those receiving recent treatments like corticosteroid injections may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide evidence-based guidance for the most effective conservative treatment for De Quervain's tenosynovitis, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited standardized treatment for De Quervain's tenosynovitis, similar studies comparing conservative treatments have shown varying degrees of success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged between 18 and 65 years Patients experiencing wrist pain and tenderness for less than 3 months and clinically diagnosed with acute or subacute De Quervain's tenosynovitis Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain score ≥ 3 Exclusion Criteria: * History of trauma Wrist fractures Local infection Presence of rheumatologic diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis) Presence of symptomatic hand osteoarthritis Continuous use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or corticosteroids Receipt of physical therapy for the hand or wrist within the past 3 months Corticosteroid injection into the hand or wrist within the past 3 months Diagnosed with significant neurological disorders (e.g., upper motor neuron disease) Presence of uncontrolled systemic diseases (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, hepatic failure) Major psychiatric disorders Communication difficulties
Where this trial is running
Konya
- Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital — Konya, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Eda Ünal Madıoğlu(MD)
- Email: ade.1997.lanu@gmail.com
- Phone: 905530970738
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.