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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment: Key Results from a Clinical Trial
Background
Many methods exist to treat carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This study explores how effective dry needling (DN) is in reducing the need for surgery in patients with CTS.
Study Overview
In this clinical trial, 86 patients with mild to moderate CTS, who were advised to consider surgery, participated. They were divided into two groups:
- Intervention Group: Received dry needling once a week for six weeks.
- Control Group: Did not receive any treatment and remained on a surgery waiting list.
Key Findings
The results showed significant benefits for the group that received dry needling:
- Reduced Surgery Risk: 62% fewer patients needed surgery after 12 weeks compared to the control group.
- Pain Improvement: Significant decrease in pain intensity.
- Clinical Symptoms: Improvements in two scales assessing symptom severity and hand function.
Conclusions
Dry needling can effectively reduce the need for surgery in patients with mild to moderate CTS, while also improving pain and hand function.
Opportunities for Clinics and Patients
- Measurable Outcomes: Track surgery rates, pain levels, and functionality improvements.
- Goals: Aim to incorporate dry needling as a standard treatment for mild to moderate CTS.
- AI Tools: Use tailored AI solutions to monitor patient progress and treatment effectiveness.
- Implementation: Start with a pilot program to evaluate real-world benefits of dry needling and refine procedures based on outcomes.
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