๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-02-04

Conditioning Electrical Stimulation to Improve Outcomes in Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (NCT05395715)

Conditioning Electrical Stimulation Enhances Recovery Following Surgery for Severe Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿฉบ Clinical Procedure Protocol Sponsor: University of Alberta

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Cubital tunnel syndrome is the second most common compression neuropathy. In severe cases, functional recovery, even with surgery, is often poor. Therefore, alternative adjunct treatments capable of increasing the speed of nerve regeneration are much needed.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Alberta โ€” Edmonton, Alberta

Age range: 18 Years to 79 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Electrical stimulation (PROCEDURE)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Alberta โ€” Edmonton, Alberta

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (780) 492-1614

Email: Ming.Chan@ualberta.ca

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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