Effect of Iontophoresis with Magnesium Sulfate on Tennis Elbow
Efficacy of Iontophoresis in Treating Lateral Epicondylitis Patients a Randomised Controlled Trial
This study is testing whether a treatment using magnesium sulfate can help people with tennis elbow feel less pain and improve their strength and function.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06578000 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the efficacy of iontophoresis using magnesium sulfate in treating patients with lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow. The focus is on assessing improvements in pain intensity, muscle power, hand grip strength, and overall functional ability. Participants will undergo treatment and be monitored for changes in these parameters over the course of the study. The study aims to determine whether this method can provide significant relief and improvement for affected individuals.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 20-50 who have experienced pain on the lateral side of the elbow for at least 4 weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with recent elbow surgery, systemic diseases, or cognitive dysfunction may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could offer a non-invasive option for pain relief and functional improvement in patients with lateral epicondylitis.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific use of iontophoresis with magnesium sulfate for this condition, similar approaches have shown promise in treating various musculoskeletal disorders.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * • Their age will be ranged between 20-50 years with both gender * Pain on the lateral side of the elbow for at least 4 weeks * Tenderness over the lateral epicondyle * At least two positive provocative tests: Mill test and Thomson test Exclusion Criteria: * • History of injection, surgery, physical therapy in the elbow area in the last 3 months * Previous elbow surgery * History of radius/ulna fracture * History of cervical and shoulder problems * Having bilateral symptoms * Concomitant medial epicondylitis * Malignancy * Pregnancy * Systemic rheumatologic disease or systemic infection * Inserted cardiac pacemaker * Presence of coagulation disorders * Cognitive dysfunction
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Faculty of Physical Therapy — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: nour ali abo el elaa, master
- Email: noor.ali@pt.seuz.edu.eg
- Phone: 01094856155
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.