Effect of Acupressure on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Pregnant Women

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Aug 13, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how acupressure, a method that applies pressure to specific points on the body, can help relieve symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in pregnant women. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that causes pain and discomfort in the hand and wrist, which can be especially challenging during pregnancy. The study aims to find out if acupressure can provide relief for women experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of CTS in their third trimester, which is the final stage of pregnancy.

To participate in this study, women need to be between 20 and 35 years old, in their third trimester, and diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. They should also have a certain level of pain, rated 2 or higher on a simple scale. However, women with skin issues at the pressure points, those who smoke, or have other health conditions like diabetes will not be eligible. While the trial is not currently recruiting participants, it will provide an opportunity for those who qualify to explore a potential treatment for their symptoms in a supportive environment.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Pregnant women who are clinically diagnosed as having carpal tunnel syndrome .
• • Their age will be ranged from 20 to 35years old.
• • Their body mass index will not exceed 30kg/m2.
• • All of them are in their 3rd trimester of pregnancy.(28-40weeks)
• • All of them suffer from mild and moderate CTS.
• • Degree of carpal tunnel pain will be 2 or more on Visual Analogue scale.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Dermatological abnormalities in the skin of acupionts.
• • Internal fixation at the area of acupressure application.
• • Smokers .
• • Metabolic diseases such as Diabetes mellitus.
• • Females who had history of fracture or trauma to the hand .