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Exercise Therapy and Orthoses in Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy: Comparative Effects
Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Summary
The aim of this study is to address the inconsistencies in the literature by investigating the effects of a forearm counterforce brace and a wrist splint, used in addition to exercise therapy, on pain, functionality, and grip strength in individuals diagnosed with lateral elbow tendinopathy, compared to those receiving exercise therapy alone.The findings aim to provide valuable insights into clinical practice by highlighting the roles of both orthosis use and exercise in the treatment of lateral elbow tendinopathy.
Official title: Investigation of the Effects of Different Types of Orthoses Used in Addition to Exercise Therapy in Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
45
Start Date
2024-12-02
Completion Date
2025-10-15
Last Updated
2024-12-16
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Exercise-Only Group (Control Group)
Participants in this group will only undergo a standardized exercise protocol. The exercises will be part of a program lasting 6 weeks, conducted 2 days per week. A combined evidence-based exercise program consisting of wrist isometric, concentric, and eccentric exercises will be applied to the individuals in the group. For free-weight exercises, participants will start with weights of 0.5-1 kg, tailored to the individual. Progression will be achieved with 0.5-1 kg increments. For exercises using resistance bands, the increase in resistance will be provided by selecting the next level band color. Participants will be assessed before treatment, at the end of the 6th week, and at the end of the 12th week.
Exercise + Forearm Counterforce Brace Group
Participants in this group will undergo a standardized exercise protocol and will be provided with a counterforce forearm brace in addition to exercise therapy. The exercises will be part of a program lasting 6 weeks, conducted 2 days per week. A combined evidence-based exercise program consisting of wrist isometric, concentric, and eccentric exercises will be applied to the individuals in the group. For free-weight exercises, participants will start with weights of 0.5-1 kg, tailored to the individual. Progression will be achieved with 0.5-1 kg increments. For exercises using resistance bands, the increase in resistance will be provided by selecting the next level band color. Participants will be assessed before treatment, at the end of the 6th week, and at the end of the 12th week.
Exercise + Wrist Brace Group
Participants in this group will undergo a standardized exercise protocol and will be provided with a wrist brace in addition to exercise therapy. The exercises will be part of a program lasting 6 weeks, conducted 2 days per week. A combined evidence-based exercise program consisting of wrist isometric, concentric, and eccentric exercises will be applied to the individuals in the group. For free-weight exercises, participants will start with weights of 0.5-1 kg, tailored to the individual. Progression will be achieved with 0.5-1 kg increments. For exercises using resistance bands, the increase in resistance will be provided by selecting the next level band color. Participants will be assessed before treatment, at the end of the 6th week, and at the end of the 12th week.
Locations (1)
Faculty of Health Sciences, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Istanbul, Buyukcekmece, Turkey (Türkiye)