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| Author/Association: | Mamipour H, Negahban H, Aval SB, Zaferanieh M, Moradi A, Kachooei AR |
| Title: | Effectiveness of physiotherapy plus acupuncture compared with physiotherapy alone on pain, disability and grip strength in people with carpal tunnel syndrome: a randomized clinical trial [with consumer summary] |
| Source: | Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies 2023 Jul;35:378-384 |
| Method: | clinical trial |
| Method Score: | 8/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: Yes; Baseline comparability: Yes; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: Yes; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: Yes; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed* |
| Consumer Summary: | HIGHLIGHTS: Significant improvement in physiotherapy plus acupuncture group compared with physiotherapy group in pain and disability. According to GRC, patients in the physiotherapy plus acupuncture group reported significantly better results. Performing the optimal treatment method for patients suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. |
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