Effects of Two Different Kinesiotaping Techniques in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
ConditionCarpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-65
SponsorKayseri City Hospital
About this trial
This study aims to evaluate the clinical, functional, and ultrasonographic effects of two different kinesiotaping techniques added to a standard exercise and night splint program in the treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: the I-Strip kinesiotaping technique group, the Button Hole kinesiotaping technique group, or a control group receiving only standard therapy. The study will assess treatment outcomes over a 12-week period using high-resolution ultrasound (specifically median nerve cross-sectional area and flattening ratio) and clinical parameters to determine the most effective conservative management approach.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Willingness and ability to sign the informed consent form.
Having symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (hand numbness, tingling, pain) for at least 3 months.
Clinical diagnosis of mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome confirmed by physical examination (positive Phalen/Tinel tests) and a prior nerve conduction study (EMG).
Disqualifiers
Previous wrist or hand surgery.
Severe carpal tunnel syndrome on EMG (evidence of thenar atrophy or severe motor loss).
History of trauma, fracture in the wrist area, or anatomical anomalies affecting ultrasonography.
Cervical radiculopathy, polyneuropathy, diabetic neuropathy, or other concomitant upper extremity entrapment neuropathies.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- I-Strip Kinesiotaping and Standard Therapy
- Button Hole Kinesiotaping and Standard Therapy
- Standard Exercise and Splint Therapy
Treatment groups
90 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groupsLocations
Sponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov