The Effects of Whirlpool and Contrast Bath in Patients with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome After Distal Radius Fracture

Launched by AFYONKARAHISAR HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY · Jan 9, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how two types of baths—whirlpool baths and contrast baths—can help people who have developed complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) after breaking their wrist (specifically, the distal radius). The study aims to see if these treatments can reduce pain, improve daily functioning, and strengthen grip in patients with this condition.

To participate, you need to be between the ages of 18 and 70 and have CRPS type 1 after a wrist fracture that was treated without surgery. Unfortunately, if you have other significant injuries, previous surgeries on the same arm, or certain medical conditions, you won't be eligible. If you join the trial, you will receive one of the bath treatments and be monitored to see how it affects your pain and ability to use your hand. This study is currently looking for new participants, so it could be a great opportunity to explore new ways to manage your pain.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with complex regional pain syndrome type-1 (CRPS-type 1) after distal radius fracture, who were followed conservatively (long/short arm splint-cast) between the ages of 18-70, who applied to AFSU Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic. It is planned to use the Budapest diagnostic criteria for the diagnosis of CRPS Type 1.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Orthopedic injuries (other accompanying orthopedic fractures, such as ulna fracture, carpal bone fractures),
• • Other system injuries,
• • Patients whose distal radius fractures were surgically treated,
• • Patients who had previously undergone surgery on the same upper extremity,
• • Nerve, tendon and artery injuries accompanying the fracture,
• • Other neurological, orthopedic or rheumatological problems affecting the same upper extremity,
• • Serious cardiovascular disease,
• • Presence of active infection, active dermatitis, skin diseases such as pemphigus, febrile diseases,
• • Presence of a fixed catheter in the area,
• • Impaired temperature sensationin in the area.