Splinting vs Exercise in De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

Launched by KONYA BEYHEKIM TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL · May 21, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at two common treatments for De Quervain's tenosynovitis, a condition that causes pain in the wrist and thumb. The study aims to compare the effectiveness of wearing a splint to keep the wrist still versus doing specific exercises to help with pain and function. Participants will be assessed on various factors, including their pain levels, how well they can use their hands, and overall satisfaction with the treatment.

To be eligible for this trial, participants should be adults aged 18 to 65 who have been experiencing wrist pain for less than three months and have a certain level of pain. However, people with a history of wrist fractures, infections, or certain medical conditions like arthritis may not qualify. If you join the trial, you can expect to receive either a splint or an exercise program and will be monitored to see how well each treatment works for managing your symptoms. This study is currently recruiting participants, so it’s an excellent opportunity for those struggling with this condition to explore a potential path to relief.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adults aged between 18 and 65 years
• • Patients experiencing wrist pain and tenderness for less than 3 months and clinically diagnosed with acute or subacute De Quervain's tenosynovitis
• • Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain score ≥ 3
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • History of trauma
• • Wrist fractures
• • Local infection
• • Presence of rheumatologic diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis)
• • Presence of symptomatic hand osteoarthritis
• • Continuous use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or corticosteroids
• • Receipt of physical therapy for the hand or wrist within the past 3 months
• • Corticosteroid injection into the hand or wrist within the past 3 months
• • Diagnosed with significant neurological disorders (e.g., upper motor neuron disease)
• • Presence of uncontrolled systemic diseases (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, hepatic failure)
• • Major psychiatric disorders
• • Communication difficulties