Cooling therapy for pain relief after carpal tunnel surgery
Effect of Cooling Therapy for Post-Operative Pain in Open Carpal Tunnel Release
NA · University of Chicago · NCT05783245
This study is testing if a new cooling therapy can help people feel less pain after carpal tunnel surgery compared to regular ice packs.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 128 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Chicago (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT05783245 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of continuous cooling therapy using the PolarCare machine compared to traditional ice therapy for managing post-operative pain following open carpal tunnel release surgery. With over 400,000 carpal tunnel release surgeries performed annually in the U.S., effective pain management is crucial for recovery. The study aims to determine if continuous cooling therapy provides any clinical advantage over standard icing methods, addressing a gap in current post-operative care practices. Participants will be monitored and asked to complete online questionnaires to assess their pain levels and recovery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are scheduled for open carpal tunnel release surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who have had prior carpal tunnel surgery on the same hand or are currently using opioid pain medications may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients recovering from carpal tunnel surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on continuous cooling therapy have shown mixed results, indicating that this approach is still being explored for effectiveness in post-operative pain management.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age 18 or older 2. Indicated for open carpal tunnel release 3. Able and willing to complete online questionnaires Exclusion Criteria: 1. Prior carpal tunnel surgery for ipsilateral extremity 2. Additional procedures to be performed on ipsilateral or contralateral extremity 3. Current opioid or narcotic pain medication usage
Where this trial is running
Chicago, Illinois
- University of Chicago Medicine — Chicago, Illinois, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jennifer Wolf, MD — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Patrick Nelson, MD
- Email: Patrick.Nelson@uchospitals.edu
- Phone: 773-834-3531
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.
Conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Perioperative/Postoperative Complications