Ultrasound-guided needle knife release for trigger finger treatment
Efficacy of Ultrasound-Guided Tri-Directional Needle Knife Release for Trigger Finger
This study is testing a new needle procedure using ultrasound to see if it can help people with trigger finger who haven't found relief from other treatments.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 46 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Mansoura University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate) |
| Trial ID | NCT06788860 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the efficacy and safety of a minimally invasive ultrasound-guided tri-directional needle knife release procedure for patients suffering from trigger finger, particularly those who have not responded to conservative treatments. The procedure aims to alleviate symptoms caused by the thickening of the A1 pulley, which leads to pain and stiffness in the hand. Conducted under local anesthesia, the study will assess improvements in hand function, pain levels using a visual analog scale, and overall patient satisfaction following the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with idiopathic trigger finger of moderate to severe grades who have experienced persistent symptoms despite conservative treatments.
Not a fit: Patients with secondary causes of trigger finger or those who have previously undergone surgery on the affected digit may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a safer and more effective treatment option for patients with trigger finger.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar ultrasound-guided techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Idiopathic TF at the level of A1 pulley * Trigger finger of Green's grades II or III or IV (moderate to severe) * Symptoms persist for at least three months despite conservative treatments. * Ability to provide informed consent and comply with follow-up requirements. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with secondary causes of TF like diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, hypothyroidism, amyloidosis, and sarcoidosis. * Patients with TF of Green's grade I. * Previous surgical intervention on the affected digit. * Allergy or contraindication to local anesthetics. * Pregnancy or lactation. * Inability to comply with follow-up assessments.
Where this trial is running
Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate
- Mansoura University Hospital — Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt (Recruiting)
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.