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Ketoprofen phonophoresis effective for pain relief in carpal tunnel syndrome
November 2014
Ketoprofen phonophoresis effective for pain relief in carpal tunnel syndrome
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Comparison of ultrasound and ketoprofen phonophoresis in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome
J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2011;24(1):39-47Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
51 patients with carpal tunnel syndrome were randomized to evaluate the efficacy of splinting with ultrasound (US) and ketoprofen phonophoresis. Patients were allocated to 1 of 3 groups: sham US, active US without medication, or phonophoresis with US and ketoprofen. US therapies were performed for 2 weeks, and splinting last for 8 weeks. Patients were assessed for pain, function, symptom severity,...
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