Plain-English translation of NCT05395715 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition where a nerve in your elbow becomes compressed, causing pain and weakness in your hand. This trial is testing whether a brief electrical stimulation treatment — applied one week before surgery — can help your nerve recover better after the surgical repair. Animal studies have shown that conditioning electrical stimulation may help nerves heal, and researchers want to see if it works the same way in people.
Even after surgery, some patients with severe nerve compression don't recover as well as doctors hope. This treatment is being tested because early studies suggest electrical stimulation might help nerves regenerate and heal faster, potentially leading to better function in your hand after surgery.
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If you join this study, you will be randomly assigned to either receive surgery alone or surgery plus one hour of electrical stimulation one week before your operation. The electrical stimulation involves placing electrodes on your arm — it's well-tolerated and takes just one hour. You'll then have your cubital tunnel surgery as planned, and researchers will follow your recovery to see if the stimulation helped you regain strength and function in your hand.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 7, 2026 · Not medical advice
Canada
University of Alberta
Enrollment target
~30 participants
Started
April 2022
Primary completion
March 2028
Age range
18 Years – 79 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in February 2026.
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Central contact
Ming Chan
University of Alberta
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