The effects of virtual reality-mediated tendon and nerve gliding exercises in the conservative management of carpal tunnel syndrome: a double-blind randomized placebo controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition resulting from compression of the median nerve at the wrist. First-line treatment typically involves conservative management, which commonly includes splinting and gliding exercises. Emerging evidence suggests the potential benefits of using virtual reality (VR) in rehabilitation.

Aim

This study aimed to assess the effects of VR-mediated tendon and nerve gliding exercises on the conservative treatment of CTS, compared to video-assisted (sham virtual) and home-based gliding exercises.

Design

This study was a prospective, double-blind, randomized, placebo controlled interventional trial.

Setting

The study was conducted in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at a university hospital.<

SUBMITTER: Arman S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11255877 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature