This study is designed to investigate the effectiveness of low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic field therapy in individuals diagnosed with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This double-blind, randomized controlled trial will randomly assign participants into three groups: Group 1: Active magnetotherapy Group 2: Placebo magnetotherapy (treatment using an identical device that does not generate a magnetic field) Group 3: Routine (conservative) treatment group All participants will receive a standard nighttime wrist splint and a standardized nerve and tendon gliding exercise protocol. Magnetic field applications will be administered five days per week for a total of 15 sessions. Assessments will be conducted at baseline (T0), at the end of treatment (T1 - Week 3), at 1 month (T2), and at 3 months (T3). The primary outcome measures include the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ), pain intensity assessed by the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), functional status measured by QuickDASH, median nerve cross-sectional area assessed by ultrasonography, sensory function evaluated using the Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test, grip strength measured by dynamometry, and clinical test results (Tinel and Phalen tests). Secondary outcomes include sleep quality assessed by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and patient satisfaction. This study aims to contribute to the scientific evidence regarding the effectiveness of magnetotherapy as a non-invasive treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome.
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Symptom Severity Assessed by Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire Symptom Severity Scale
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3
Wrist Pain Intensity Assessed by Visual Analog Scale
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3
Upper Extremity Function Assessed by Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3
Hand Grip Strength Assessed by Jamar Dynamometer
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3
Sensory Function Assessed by Semmes-Weinstein Monofilament Test
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3
Median Nerve Cross-Sectional Area Assessed by Ultrasonography
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3
Clinical Signs Assessed by Tinel and Phalen Tests
Timeframe: Baseline (Week 0), Week 3, Month 1, Month 3