The Effect of Acupuncture and Laser Acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (NCT06201520) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Effect of Acupuncture and Laser Acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Taiwan75 participantsStarted 2021-05-01
Plain-language summary
Acupuncture and laser acupuncture treatments have been proven to be effective and safe treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome(CTS). However, there is still a lack of direct comparative studies of acupuncture and laser acupuncture in the treatment of CTS. A 3-arm, randomized controlled study in acupuncture, laser acupuncture study and sham laser acupuncture therapy was designed for patient with carpal tunnel syndrome. The Glabal symptom score (GSS), Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ), neurophysiological study, morphological examination under ultrasonography will be evaluated before and after treatment. Comparison of therapeutic efficacy of acupuncture, laser acupuncture and sham laser acupuncture in the treatment of CTS will be explored.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 75 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* patients with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosed by neurophysiological examination
* symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome such as pain and numbness
* those who are willing to sign informed consent form for subjects
Exclusion Criteria:
* (1) Those who have not signed the informed consent
* (2) Patients diagnosed with severe carpal tunnel syndrome
* (3) Those who have had a history of surgery on their hands and palms
* (4) Space-occupying lesions such as tumors, bone spurs, synovial membrane tissue hypertrophy, etc.
* (5) People with a history of diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and hypothyroidism (HbA1c\>6.5, RF positive, Free T4, TSH in abnormal range)
* (6) Patients with end-stage renal disease
* (7) Pregnant and alcoholic patients
* (8) Polyneuropathy patients
* (9) Clinical symptoms with C6\~8 cervical radiculopathy
* (10) Those who are obviously infected
* (11) Those with a serious illness requiring hospitalization
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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The Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire(BCTQ) changes