Study Comparing Cyriax Mobilization and Muscle Energy Techniques for Improving Arm Function in People Recovering From Surgery for Distal Radius (Wrist) Fractures

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF LAHORE · Jul 14, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying two different therapy methods—called Cyriax Mobilization and Muscle Energy Techniques (METs)—to see which one helps people recover better after surgery for a wrist fracture. The goal is to find out which treatment improves hand and wrist strength, reduces pain, and increases movement and function more effectively. Both groups will also receive regular therapy alongside these specific treatments.

The study is looking for adults aged 18 to 40 who have recently had surgery for a broken wrist and are experiencing stiffness or limited movement in their hand and wrist. If you join, you’ll attend therapy sessions three times a week for four weeks. During this time, researchers will check your grip strength, pain levels, and how well you can move your wrist and use your hand. This trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it could offer useful information about the best way to help people regain wrist function after surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients aged 18 to 40 years Both male and female participants Patients in the post-operative phase (4-5 weeks after distal radius fracture fixation) Patients with post-operative wrist stiffness and limited range of motion
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Open wounds at the fracture site or other fracture complications History of previous fracture in the same limb Comorbid conditions affecting hand function (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis) Neurological deficits (e.g., wrist drop, carpal tunnel syndrome) Pregnancy