Hand Function Tests in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Cross-sectional Study

Ahram Canadian University50 enrolled

Overview

This is a cross-sectional study that aims to establish the test-retest reliability of two standardized tests (Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test and Nine-Hole Peg Test) in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The study will involve at least 50 participants with CTS who will complete the tests twice, with a 1-week interval between the two assessments. The test-retest reliability will be assessed using intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and Bland-Altman plots. The study is expected to provide information on the reliability of these tests in individuals with CTS, which can help clinicians more accurately assess hand function and monitor treatment outcomes.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Interventions

Nine-Hole Peg TestDIAGNOSTIC_TEST

The Nine-Hole Peg Test is a standardized test that measures manual dexterity and finger movement speed in individuals with hand impairments. The test involves the placement of nine pegs in a pegboard, one at a time, and then removal of each peg as quickly as possible using one hand. The test is timed, and the time required to complete the test provides an indication of manual dexterity and finger movement speed. The Nine-Hole Peg Test has been previously validated and is commonly used in clinical practice.

Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function TestDIAGNOSTIC_TEST

is a standardized test that assesses fine motor skills and functional abilities of the hand. The test involves the completion of seven subtests, including writing, simulated page turning, picking up small objects, stacking checkers, lifting large objects, simulated feeding, and stacking cans. Each subtest is timed, and the time required to complete each subtest provides an indication of hand function. The Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test has been previously validated and is commonly used in clinical practice.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 60 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) * 18 years of age to 60 years old * Able to provide informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * History of hand or wrist surgery within the past 6 months * Severe hand or wrist pain that would prevent completion of the tests * Severe cognitive impairment or language barrier that would prevent understanding of the test instructions * Any other medical condition that could affect hand function or interfere with test completion * Participation in any other clinical trial or research study involving the hand or wrist within the past 3 months * Inability to comply with study procedures or follow-up requirements

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Test-Retest Reliability of Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test and Nine-Hole Peg Test in Individuals with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The primary outcome measure of this study is the test-retest reliability of the Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test and the Nine-Hole Peg Test in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Test-retest reliability will be assessed using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and Bland-Altman plots.

Time frame: 1-week interval between the two assessments

Secondary Outcomes

Correlation with clinical measures

This secondary outcome measure assesses the inter-rater reliability of the Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test and the Nine-Hole Peg Test in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This will involve comparing the results of the tests administered by two different raters to determine the consistency of the results.