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New treatment option for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Official title Conditioning Electrical Stimulation to Improve Outcomes in Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05395715
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Cubital tunnel syndrome is the second most common compression neuropathy. In severe cases, functional recovery, even with surgery, is often poor.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 79. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patients aged \>18 yr,
- If signs and symptoms of severe CuTS (ie, McGowan-Goldberg grade 3) were observed,
- If needle EMG examination showed evidence of chronic motor axonal loss and reduced recruitment in the ulnar-innervated intrinsic hand muscles, and
- If electrophysiologic evidence of severe motor axonal loss with motor unit number estimation (MUNE) greater than 2 standard deviations below the...
You likely can't join if
- 1) Patients were excluded if they had concurrent nerve injury, prior surgery for CuTS or coexisting neurologic conditions
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 79 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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