Examining median nerve variations in carpal tunnel syndrome patients
Sonographic Examination of Median Nerve Variations and Characteristics Observed in Healthy and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Patients
Ankara Etlik City Hospital · NCT06538779
This study is trying to see if certain variations in the median nerve are more common in people with carpal tunnel syndrome compared to those who don’t have it.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 129 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ankara Etlik City Hospital (other gov) |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06538779 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the prevalence of bifid median nerve variations in patients diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) compared to asymptomatic individuals. It will include patients who have been electrophysiologically diagnosed with CTS at Etlik City Hospital's physical therapy outpatient clinic. Over the course of one year, the study will assess demographic and clinical characteristics, pain levels, symptom severity, and functional status using various measurement tools, including ultrasound and electromyography. The goal is to determine if median nerve variations are predisposing factors for CTS.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals over 18 years old who have typical symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome lasting longer than three months and have been diagnosed with CTS via electromyography.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of polyneuropathy, brachial plexopathy, or other specified conditions, as well as those who have undergone wrist surgery, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the anatomical variations associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, potentially leading to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific examination of bifid median nerve variations in CTS patients may be novel, similar studies have explored median nerve anatomy and its implications in carpal tunnel syndrome.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Having typical Carpal Tunnel Sydnrome symptoms lasting longer than 3 months * Carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosed with EMG * Being a male/female \>18 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * History of polyneuropathy, brachial plexopathy, thoracic outlet syndrome, or surgery in the wrist area * Presence of inflammatory arthritis, hypothyroidism, pregnancy, rheumatological disorders, diabetes mellitus * Presence of peripheral vascular disease
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Ankara
- Etlik City Hospital — Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yunus Burak BAYIR, specialist
- Email: yunusburakbayir@gmail.com
- Phone: 05058083317
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, bifid median nerve, carpal tunnel syndrome, variations of median nerve, sonography