Effect of peripheral repetitive magnetic stimulation on elbow or wrist pain

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

In this pilot, randomized, sham-controlled study, adults with chronic elbow or wrist pain are assigned to active or sham rPMS for two consecutive days. Participants are stratified by condition (elbow vs. carpal tunnel) and followed to assess pain, pressure pain threshold, and tissue oxygenation up to 6 months. Outcomes are measured at baseline, immediately after treatment, and during follow-up to understand both clinical effects and potential mechanisms. The study uses a single-blind design with a sham option to cross over after one month for those in the sham group. Enrollment aims for about 40 participants, recruited from volunteers and physician referrals.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinical diagnosis or self-reported history consistent with either medial or lateral epicondylitis or carpal tunnel syndromes.
* Presence of chronic pain in the target area (mentioned above) at the time of enrollment.
* Ability to understand the study procedures and provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Contraindications to peripheral magnetic stimulation, including implanted electronic medical devices or metallic implants in locations deemed unsafe for stimulation.
* Open wounds, active skin conditions, or other local conditions at the stimulation site.
* Current neurological, musculoskeletal, or systemic medical conditions that, in the opinion of the investigators, would interfere with safe participation or interpretation of study outcomes.
* Current upper-limb injury or condition other than tennis/golfer elbow or carpal tunnel syndromes that could confound pain or perfusion measurements.
* Pregnancy.
* Inability to tolerate the stimulation or measurement procedures.
* Inability to adequately understand study instructions or provide informed consent.

Where it's running

• Riverview Health Center
  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Zahra Moussavi — University of Manitoba
• Study coordinator: Mari Garcia, M.Sc.
• Email: MARITERE.GARCIACAMPUZANO@umanitoba.ca
• Phone: (204) 478-6352

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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.