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Compare the Effect of Radiofrequency (TECAR) and Ultrasound on Sensation, Hand Dexterity, and Quality of Life in Patients With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. (TECAR)

2026年7月27日 更新者:Delta University for Science and Technology

Radiofrequency Versus Ultrasound on Sensation, Hand Dexterity and Quality of Life in Patients With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The purpose of the current study is to:

Compare the effect of radiofrequency (TECAR) therapy and ultrasound on sensation, manual dexterity, and quality of life in individuals diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The study also correlates sensation, hand dexterity, and quality of life in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome.

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条件

介入・治療

詳細な説明

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a prevalent compressive peripheral neuropathy caused by the median nerve's entrapment in the wrist's carpal tunnel, primarily affecting the dominant hand due to frequent use and anatomical factors. Typically occurring between ages 30 and 65, with a mean onset age of 40.42 years, CTS accounts for about 90% of upper-limb entrapment neuropathies and affects 1-6% of the general population. Patients often experience significant challenges in hand dexterity that hinder their ability to perform various tasks, particularly those requiring fine motor control; up to 50% report dropping objects, attributed to challenges in grip strength and sensing. Therapeutic approaches such as TECAR therapy and therapeutic ultrasound deliver deep heat and mechanical effects to affected tissues, aiming to alleviate pain, reduce pain intensity, improve joint range of motion, stimulate and accelerate tissue healing, and enhance both functional outcomes and quality of life. These modalities have demonstrated efficacy in promoting tissue healing and facilitating functional recovery across various musculoskeletal conditions. Although current research on the application of TECAR therapy to neuropathic conditions is limited, emerging evidence suggests that it may improve nerve conduction and reduce neuropathy symptoms, particularly in cases such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Further studies should establish the potential of TECAR therapy for managing peripheral entrapment neuropathies and neuropathic pain. Assessment instruments including the Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test (SWMFs), Nine-Hole Peg Test (NHPT), Handheld Dynamometry (HHD), and the Arabic version of the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ) are utilized to ascertain mechanical sensory thresholds, evaluate manual dexterity, and assess the coordinated functions of intrinsic and extrinsic hand muscles via grip strength measurements. The questionnaire is utilized to evaluate symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) and associated functional impairments, thereby offering a thorough assessment of sensory and motor hand functions concurrently.

研究の種類

介入

入学 (推定)

42

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適格基準

就学可能な年齢

  • 大人

健康ボランティアの受け入れ

いいえ

説明

Inclusion Criteria:

The patients will be selected according to the following criteria:

  • Adults aged 35 to 50 years.
  • Presence of typical CTS symptoms for at least one month.
  • Cutoff values of VAS are defined between 35 mm and 64 mm.
  • Patients were diagnosed with moderate carpal tunnel syndrome clinically by physical examination (positive Phalen's test and Tinel's sign) and confirmed by an electrodiagnostic study (EDX) with a fractionated sensory nerve conduction velocity for the median nerve across the wrist of 40 m/s or less and with sensory distal latency more than 3.6 ms and less than 4 ms and a normal CMAP amplitude in the APB muscle.
  • Body mass index from 18.5 to 24.9. and ability and willingness to provide informed consent and comply with the study protocol.

Exclusion Criteria:

- Participants will be excluded if they meet any of the following criteria:

  • Severe carpal tunnel syndrome requires surgical intervention.
  • Presence of systemic diseases associated with CTS, such as diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, hypothyroidism, or other inflammatory disorders.
  • Pregnancy.
  • History of fractures, trauma, or surgery in the wrist or hand region.
  • Corticosteroid injection in the carpal tunnel within the last three months.
  • Use of wrist splints or other CTS treatments in the past three months.
  • Presence of peripheral neuropathy or other neurological disorders affecting the upper limb.
  • Burns or skin lesions in the hand or forearm area.
  • Presence of pacemakers, metal implants, prostheses, or intrauterine devices (IUDs) that may interfere with electrotherapy modalities.
  • Peripheral vascular diseases affect the upper limb.

研究計画

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デザインの詳細

  • 主な目的:処理
  • 割り当て:ランダム化
  • 介入モデル:並列代入
  • マスキング:トリプル

武器と介入

参加者グループ / アーム
介入・治療
実験的:Group (GI)= 21 will be treated by Radiofrequency TECAR Therapy .
Group (GI): 21 patients who will receive radiofrequency for 15 minutes in addition to the selected physical therapy program (exercise for 45 min) for three sessions weekly for six weeks.
Radiofrequency (TECAR) therapy is a non-invasive, non-ablative treatment that uses electromagnetic energy to generate endogenous heat, promoting increased blood flow and tissue healing in both superficial and deep tissues. With a long wavelength and low frequency (300 KHz to 1 MHz), it can penetrate deeply into muscles, tendons, and bones, making it suitable even in acute conditions. TECAR operates in two modes: capacitive (targeting soft tissues rich in electrolytes) and resistive (targeting high-resistance tissues like bones and tendons). Transfer energy capacitive and resistive therapy promotes natural body repair by reducing motor recovery time. It uses diathermia with electromagnetic energy to raise tissue temperature, causing ion flow and micro-hyperemia. This process releases pain-relieving substances, enhances blood flow, boosts immune defenses, and stimulates tissue regeneration.
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実験的:Group (GII)= 21 will be treated by Ultrasound Therapy.
Group (II): 21 patients who will receive US for 15 minutes in addition to the selected physical therapy program (exercise for 45 min) for three sessions weekly for six weeks.
The ultrasonic waves enhance healing by augmenting local vascularity and improving several features, including energy absorption capacity. maximum tensile rupture resistance, enhanced collagen synthesis, fibroblast proliferation, release of growth factors induced by mast cell degranulation, and better platelet and macrophage responsiveness, anticipating the proliferative and remodeling phases. Continuous ultrasound at 1 MHz, possessing a half-value depth of roughly 2.3 cm, is commonly employed for the treatment of deep tissues situated between 2.3 and 5 cm in depth

この研究は何を測定していますか?

主要な結果の測定

結果測定
メジャーの説明
時間枠
Semmes-Weinstein monofilament testing (SWMFs) is used to find mechanical sensory thresholds on the distal palmar pads of hand digits.
時間枠:six weeks.
Semmes-Weinstein Monofilament tests (SMWs): The SWM test will be evaluated as a valid and reliable instrument for determining mechanical sensory thresholds. (Touch Test Complete Hand Kit) is used to assess tactile sensory thresholds on the distal palmar pads of hand digits. Each digit and the palm are tested three times, applying sufficient force for 1.5 seconds. The monofilament kit will contain five monofilaments, each representing a specific sensory threshold: 2.83 (normal), 3.61 (diminished light touch), 4.31 (diminished protective sensation), 4.56 (loss of protective sensation), and 6.65 (loss of deep pressure sensation). The numeric value will represent the logarithm of 10 times the force in milligrams required to bend the monofilament. Testing occurs with wrists in a neutral position and again after a 5-minute wrist flexion (Phalen's maneuver)
six weeks.
Handheld dynamometric (HHD)
時間枠:six weeks.
Handheld dynamometric (HHD) is a reliable and valid instrument for hand grip strength, providing a more accurate quantification of strength loss and recovery compared to traditional manual muscle testing (MMT). They assess the synergistic functions of intrinsic and extrinsic hand muscles through hand grip measurements. During the evaluation, the patient exerts maximum effort while squeezing the dynamometer, and the resultant force is measured in kilograms or pounds.
six weeks.
Nine-Hole Peg Test (NHPT):
時間枠:six weeks
The Nine-Hole Peg Test The gold standard and most used tool for assessing manual dexterity across various clinical and research settings is a well-established measure of manual dexterity using a square platform with nine holes and corresponding cylinders. The holes measure 0.71 cm in diameter, while the cylinders have a diameter of 0.64 cm and a length of 3.2 cm. Patients are instructed to get the 9 cylinders quickly from the storage box, insert them into the designated holes, and thereafter return them to the storage box. Time is recorded in seconds, and the test is recognized as an effective method for evaluating clinical and functional aspects of CTS
six weeks

二次結果の測定

結果測定
メジャーの説明
時間枠
Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ):
時間枠:six weeks.
It is a gold standard self-questionnaire for evaluating CTS. It consists of two independent subscales that evaluate different aspects of the impact of carpal tunnel syndrome. The Symptom Severity Scale (SSS) involves 11 items, assessing the intensity of pain experienced by the patient both during the day and at night, along with the frequency of painful episodes, numbness, weakness, tingling in the hand, and challenges in grasping and manipulating small things. And the Functional Status Scale (FSS) assesses functionality across eight categories, including activities such as writing and dressing, using a 5-point scale from 1 (minimal symptoms) to 5 (severe symptoms or inability). Scores are calculated by averaging responses and are rounded to two decimal places, with higher scores indicating greater handicap. (Higher scores illustrate a greater degree of disability.) The Arabic BCTQ has been recommended for both clinical and research applications in Arab populations with CTS.
six weeks.

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主要日程の研究

研究開始 (推定)

2026年8月1日

一次修了 (推定)

2026年12月31日

研究の完了 (推定)

2026年12月31日

試験登録日

最初に提出

2026年7月6日

QC基準を満たした最初の提出物

2026年7月11日

最初の投稿 (実際)

2026年7月14日

学習記録の更新

投稿された最後の更新 (実際)

2026年7月28日

QC基準を満たした最後の更新が送信されました

2026年7月27日

最終確認日

2026年6月1日

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