The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the effects of Pain Neuroscience Education applied in the treatment of mild and moderate carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).
The main question it aims to answer is: Does PNE have a therapeutic effect on carpal tunnel syndrome in clinical and ultrasonographic terms? Researchers will compare whether PNE creates a synergistic effect alongside home based exercise programs and splint application in mild to moderate CTS, and will objectively demonstrate potential benefits such as relief from pain and numbness.
Being 18 years of age or older
Having a diagnosis of mild or moderate CTS confirmed by ENMG
Having complaints of pain and numbness in the first three fingers of the hand for at least 3 months
Presence of severe CTS findings on electrophysiological examination
Presence of metabolic diseases such as uncontrolled diabetes and hypothyroidism
Presence of inflammatory rheumatic disease (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
Presence of other neuromuscular diseases affecting the hand and wrist (Polyneuropathy, Cervical radiculopathy, peripheral nerve damage, Brachial plexus damage, other entrapment neuropathies, etc.)
Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
Lead sponsor
Karaman Training and Research Hospital
Collaborator