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New treatment option for Lateral Epicondylitis
Official title Effects of Eccentric Exercises Along With Muscle Energy Technique in Lateral Epicondylitis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07484516
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is intended to find the effects of Eccentric exercises along with muscle energy technique (MET) on pain, functional disability, range of motion and grip strength in Lateral Epicondylitis. For this trial, participants will be enrolled with their consent after assessing on basis of inclusion \& exclusion criteria from orthopedic workshop, Jinnah post graduate medical center Karachi.
- 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 20 to 50
You may be able to join if
- Subacute \& chronic patients
- Participants diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis based on
- Pain local to the lateral epicondyle reproduced with palpation.
- Positive Mill's test and Cozen's test and/or Maudsley's test
- Patient's willingness in participation in this study.
You likely can't join if
- Any recent history of fracture /surgery
- Acute patients
- Peripheral nerve entrapment like radial tunnel syndrome
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Instability of joint
- Corticosteroid injection within 3- 6 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Subacute \& chronic patients
- Participants diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis based on
- Pain local to the lateral epicondyle reproduced with palpation.
- Positive Mill's test and Cozen's test and/or Maudsley's test
- Patient's willingness in participation in this study.
- Any recent history of fracture /surgery
- Acute patients
- Peripheral nerve entrapment like radial tunnel syndrome
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Instability of joint
- Corticosteroid injection within 3- 6 months
- Neurological impairments
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Osteoporosis
- Local infection
- Malignancy
- Congenital /structural anomalies
- Systemic illness affecting joint function like Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis etc.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
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, 20 years to 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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