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Conventional, High-Intensity Laser, and Magnetic Field Therapies in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

13 luglio 2026 aggiornato da: KTO Karatay University

Comparative Effectiveness of Conventional, High-Intensity Laser, and Magnetic Field Therapies in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Retrospective Study

This retrospective study aims to compare the clinical effectiveness of conventional physical therapy, high-intensity laser therapy (HILT), and pulsed magnetic field therapy (PMFT) in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The study evaluates changes in pain, symptom severity, functional status, hand grip strength, and electrophysiological findings following treatment. Researchers will compare the outcomes of the three treatment approaches to determine whether HILT or PMFT provides additional clinical benefits beyond conventional therapy. The findings may help clinicians select the most appropriate conservative treatment strategy for patients with CTS.

Panoramica dello studio

Descrizione dettagliata

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common peripheral entrapment neuropathy and is characterized by pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, and functional limitations resulting from compression of the median nerve at the wrist. Conservative treatment is recommended for patients with mild-to-moderate CTS and commonly includes physical therapy modalities. Although conventional physiotherapy remains a standard treatment approach, newer modalities such as high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) and pulsed magnetic field therapy (PMFT) have gained increasing attention because of their potential analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and tissue-healing effects.

This retrospective observational study evaluates and compares the clinical outcomes of patients with CTS who received one of three conservative treatment approaches: conventional physical therapy alone, conventional physical therapy combined with HILT, or conventional physical therapy combined with PMFT. Clinical records will be reviewed to assess treatment-related changes in pain intensity, symptom severity, functional status, hand grip strength, and electrophysiological parameters before and after treatment.

The primary objective of the study is to compare the effectiveness of these treatment approaches in improving clinical outcomes in patients with CTS. The findings are expected to provide evidence regarding the relative effectiveness of HILT and PMFT as adjunctive treatment options to conventional physical therapy and to support clinical decision-making in the conservative management of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Tipo di studio

Osservativo

Iscrizione (Effettivo)

48

Contatti e Sedi

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Luoghi di studio

    • Karatay
      • Konya, Karatay, Turchia (Türkiye), 42030
        • Kto Karatay University

Criteri di partecipazione

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Criteri di ammissibilità

Età idonea allo studio

  • Adulto
  • Adulto più anziano

Accetta volontari sani

No

Metodo di campionamento

Campione non probabilistico

Popolazione di studio

The study population included adult patients with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome who completed conservative treatment and had complete pre- and post-treatment clinical assessment records. Participants were classified according to the treatment received: conventional physical therapy, conventional physical therapy plus HILT, or conventional physical therapy plus PMFT.

Descrizione

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
  • Mild-to-moderate CTS not requiring surgical intervention
  • Positive Tinel's sign
  • Received treatment at the participating center(s) within the past five years
  • Complete pre-treatment and post-treatment clinical assessment records
  • Completion of the prescribed treatment protocol

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Previous carpal tunnel surgery or indication for surgical intervention Incomplete medical records
  • Failure to complete the treatment protocol
  • Presence of concomitant upper extremity disorders that could affect study outcomes
  • Presence of neurological, orthopedic, or systemic conditions that could influence the clinical assessments

Piano di studio

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Come è strutturato lo studio?

Dettagli di progettazione

Coorti e interventi

Gruppo / Coorte
Intervento / Trattamento
High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) Group
Participants received high-intensity laser therapy in addition to the conventional physical therapy program.
A standardized conservative treatment program including therapeutic ultrasound, TENS, nerve and tendon gliding exercises, and neutral wrist splinting.
High-intensity laser therapy was applied according to the standard treatment protocol as an adjunct to conventional physical therapy.
Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy (PMFT) Group
Participants received pulsed magnetic field therapy in addition to the conventional physical therapy program.
A standardized conservative treatment program including therapeutic ultrasound, TENS, nerve and tendon gliding exercises, and neutral wrist splinting.
Pulsed magnetic field therapy was applied according to the standard treatment protocol as an adjunct to conventional physical therapy.
Conventional Physical Therapy Group
Participants received a conventional physical therapy program consisting of therapeutic ultrasound, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), nerve and tendon gliding exercises, and the use of a neutral wrist splint.
A standardized conservative treatment program including therapeutic ultrasound, TENS, nerve and tendon gliding exercises, and neutral wrist splinting.

Cosa sta misurando lo studio?

Misure di risultato primarie

Misura del risultato
Misura Descrizione
Lasso di tempo
Pain Intensity
Lasso di tempo: Baseline and immediately after completion of treatment (4 weeks)
Pain intensity was assessed using a 10-cm Visual Analog Scale (VAS), with higher scores indicating greater pain severity.
Baseline and immediately after completion of treatment (4 weeks)

Misure di risultato secondarie

Misura del risultato
Misura Descrizione
Lasso di tempo
Hand Grip Strength
Lasso di tempo: Baseline and immediately after completion of treatment (4 weeks)
Hand grip strength was measured using a hand dynamometer according to standardized testing procedures. Higher values indicate greater grip strength.
Baseline and immediately after completion of treatment (4 weeks)
Symptom Severity and Functional Status
Lasso di tempo: Baseline and immediately after completion of treatment (4 weeks)
Symptom severity and functional status were evaluated using the Symptom Severity Scale of the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire. Higher scores indicate more severe symptoms.
Baseline and immediately after completion of treatment (4 weeks)

Collaboratori e investigatori

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Studia le date principali

Inizio studio (Effettivo)

20 gennaio 2020

Completamento primario (Effettivo)

20 ottobre 2024

Completamento dello studio (Effettivo)

20 ottobre 2025

Date di iscrizione allo studio

Primo inviato

13 luglio 2026

Primo inviato che soddisfa i criteri di controllo qualità

13 luglio 2026

Primo Inserito (Effettivo)

16 luglio 2026

Aggiornamenti dei record di studio

Ultimo aggiornamento pubblicato (Effettivo)

16 luglio 2026

Ultimo aggiornamento inviato che soddisfa i criteri QC

13 luglio 2026

Ultimo verificato

1 gennaio 2020

Maggiori informazioni

Termini relativi a questo studio

Piano per i dati dei singoli partecipanti (IPD)

Hai intenzione di condividere i dati dei singoli partecipanti (IPD)?

NO

Descrizione del piano IPD

Individual participant data will not be shared because the study is based on retrospective medical records, and data sharing is restricted to protect participant confidentiality and comply with institutional and ethical requirements.

Informazioni su farmaci e dispositivi, documenti di studio

Studia un prodotto farmaceutico regolamentato dalla FDA degli Stati Uniti

No

Studia un dispositivo regolamentato dalla FDA degli Stati Uniti

No

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