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Diagnostic Value of Digital Infrared Thermographic Imaging in Diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

144 participantsStarted 2026-09-01

Plain-language summary

The goal of this observational study is to evaluate skin temperature patterns measured by infrared thermography in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The main questions it aims to answer are: Are skin temperature patterns associated with CTS as determined by 6-item CTS scale? Participants diagnosed with CTS as part of their routine clinical care will undergo infrared thermal imaging and electrodiagnostic evaluation according to the study protocol. The relationship between thermographic findings and electrodiagnostic severity will be analyzed.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years old or more * Were referred to the department of rehabilitation for electrodiagnostic evaluation of the disease not involved in the index hand * The hand of interest has cumulative score of less than 12 from CTS-6 scale Exclusion Criteria: * History of hand surgery in the index hand * Having a condition which may alter surface temperature of the hand, for example, infection, scar in the interested area, arthritis, other peripheral neuropathy, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, uncontrolled thyroid disease, stroke, and vascular disease * Having hand deformities that render collecting DITI information to calculate the parameters of interest impossible, for example, amputation of any part of the hand * Current medication affecting sympathetic tone * Severe tremors or inability to maintain standardized positioning * Electrodiagnosis result other than normal or carpal tunnel syndrome in the hand of interest

Questions worth asking your doctor

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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

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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?

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What they're measuring

Diagnostic value

Timeframe: at the Enrollment

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07699289

SponsorMahidol University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-11-30

Contact for this trial

Apisara Keesukphan

6622011154 apisara.kee@mahidol.ac.th

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