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A Study to See Whether Taking a Mix of Vitamins Can Help Adults Recover Better After Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Sponsor: Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia
Summary
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that causes numbness, tingling, pain, and weakness in the hand due to compression of the median nerve at the wrist. It can affect daily activities, work performance, and quality of life. While surgery is effective in severe cases, many patients with mild to moderate CTS are initially treated with non-surgical options such as splinting and medications. However, the effectiveness of oral supplements for CTS remains uncertain. This clinical study aims to evaluate whether an oral combination of alpha-lipoic acid, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B complex can safely reduce symptoms and improve hand function in patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. These supplements are believed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and nerve-protective properties, which may help reduce nerve irritation and improve nerve recovery. Participants in this study will be randomly assigned to receive either the oral supplement combination or a comparator treatment. The study is single-blinded, meaning participants will not know which treatment they are receiving. Symptoms such as pain, numbness, and hand function will be assessed over a defined follow-up period using clinical evaluation and standardized questionnaires. The main hypothesis of this study is that patients receiving the oral combination of alpha-lipoic acid, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B will experience greater improvement in symptoms and functional outcomes compared to those who do not receive the combination, without significant side effects. The results of this study may help determine whether this oral supplement combination can be used as an effective and safe conservative treatment option for patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.
Official title: Effect of Oral Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B Combination on Symptoms and Function in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Following Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
84
Start Date
2025-12-08
Completion Date
2027-01-31
Last Updated
2025-12-31
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B Complex
An oral dietary supplement containing a combination of alpha-lipoic acid, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B complex administered once daily for the study duration. The supplement is provided in capsule form and is intended to support nerve health through antioxidant and neuroprotective effects in patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
combination vitamin b1,b6 b12
An oral Vitamin B complex supplement administered once daily for the study duration. This intervention serves as the active comparator for conservative treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Locations (1)
Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia
Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia