To compare local steroid injection with wrist splinting for carpal tunnel syndrome.

What is it about?

Local steroid injection and nocturnal wrist splinting are equally effective in the treatment of patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. However, only the former improved objective hand function. Local steroid injection also resulted in better patient satisfaction and less painkiller use without causing more side effects.

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Why is it important?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is very common. There is no concensus regarding the best non surgical treatment.