Lateral EpicondylitisNCT07420764
Comparison Of The Effectiveness Of Wrist Splint And Kinesiotaping Treatments In Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis
A study testing Kinesiotaping, Wrist-Hand Splint and Conservative treatment in people with Lateral Epicondylitis and Tennis Elbow, run by Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow, is a common condition that causes pain in the elbow and forearm, especially in people who perform repetitive wrist movements. In most patients, symptoms improve over time, but in some cases, pain may persist for longer periods.Exercise programs are commonly used in… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Lateral Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow
- What is being tested?
- Kinesiotaping, Wrist-Hand Splint and Conservative treatment
- Type of treatment
- Medical device
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 150 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Apr 2022to 1 Jun 2024
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Age 18-65 years
- Clinically diagnosed lateral epicondylitis
- Elbow pain for at least 3 months
- Ability to understand and comply with study procedures
- Written informed consent provided
Who cannot join
- Previous surgery to the affected elbow
- Corticosteroid injection to the affected elbow within the last 6 months
- Neurological disorders affecting the upper extremity
- Inflammatory rheumatic diseases and fibromyalgia
- Fracture or trauma of the upper extremity within the last 6 months
- Pregnancy
- Participation in another clinical study during the study period
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
Konya, Konya, 42200
About this study
Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow, is a common condition that causes pain in the elbow and forearm, especially in people who perform repetitive wrist movements. In most patients, symptoms improve over time, but in some cases, pain may persist for longer periods.Exercise programs are commonly used in treatment to reduce pain and improve arm function. Kinesiology taping is another method that may help reduce pain by improving blood circulation and supporting muscle movement. Wrist-hand splints are also used to allow the affected muscles to rest by keeping the wrist in a supported position, which may help reduce pain and improve daily activities.The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of kinesiology taping and wrist splint use in the treatment of patients with lateral epicondylitis.
Read the detailed description
This study was designed as a prospective, randomized, controlled clinical trial to compare the effectiveness of wrist splint and kinesiotaping treatments in patients diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis.
A total of 150 patients aged between 18 and 65 years who were clinically diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis were included in the study. Patients were randomly allocated into three groups: the kinesiotaping group, the wrist splint group, and the control group, with 50 patients in each group.
The kinesiotaping group received kinesiotaping applications twice a week for a total of six sessions using muscle inhibition and epidermis-dermis-fascia (EDF) techniques. The wrist splint group was instructed to use a static wrist-hand splint for three weeks. The control group received cold application and a home exercise program.
All groups were provided with standardized cold application and home exercise programs. Patients were evaluated at baseline, at the end of treatment, and at the fourth week after treatment. Outcome measures included pain intensity assessed by the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), grip strength measured with a Jamar dynamometer, functional status assessed using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire and the Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE), quality of life assessed with the Short Form-36 (SF-36), and treatment satisfaction evaluated using the Roles and Maudsley score.
The primary objective of this study was to compare the effects of kinesiotaping using muscle inhibition and epidermis-dermis-fascia techniques and wrist splint use on pain, functional outcomes, grip strength, and quality of life in patients with lateral epicondylitis.
- Conditions
- Lateral Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow
- Being tested
- Kinesiotaping, Wrist-Hand Splint, Conservative treatment
- Keywords
- lateral epicondylitis, tennis elbow, kinesiotaping, wrist splint, rehabilitation
- Medical subject headings
- Tennis Elbow
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
KinesiotapingOther
Kinesiotaping was applied twice a week for a total of six sessions using muscle inhibition and epidermis-dermis-fascia (EDF) techniques. In addition, participants received standardized cold application and a home exercise program.
Wrist-Hand SplintDevice
Participants were instructed to use a static wrist-hand splint for three weeks to maintain the wrist in a slightly extended position. Standardized cold application and a home exercise program were also provided.
Conservative treatmentOther
Participants received standardized cold application and a home exercise program without kinesiotaping or splint use.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesiotaping | Other | Participants received kinesiotaping treatment in addition to standard cold application and a home exercise program. Receives: Other: Kinesiotaping; Other: Conservative treatment |
| Wrist-Hand Splint | Other | Participants used a static wrist-hand splint in addition to standard cold application and a home exercise program. Receives: Device: Wrist-Hand Splint; Other: Conservative treatment |
| Control Group | Other | Participants received conservative treatment consisting of cold application and a home exercise program. Receives: Other: Conservative treatment |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Pain intensity
Pain intensity was assessed using a 10-cm Visual Analog Scale (VAS), ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).
Measured: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Secondary outcomes (5)
Grip strength
Grip strength was assessed using a Jamar dynamometer. Participants were seated with the shoulder in adduction, the elbow flexed at 90°, and the forearm positioned in neutral rotation between supination and pronation. Measurements were performed using the second and third handle settings of the dynamometer. Three consecutive trials were conducted, and the mean value was calculated and recorded in kilograms.
Measured: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Upper extremity function
Upper extremity function and symptoms were evaluated using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire. The 30-item core section (DASH-FS) was used to assess functional status and symptom severity. In addition, the optional Work (DASH-W) and Sports/Music (DASH-SM) modules were administered when applicable. All items were scored on a 5-point Likert scale, and scores were calculated on a 0-100 scale, with higher scores indicating greater disability. The Turkish version of the DASH, which has established validity and reliability, was used in this study.
Measured: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Health-related quality of life
Health-related quality of life was assessed using the 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36). The questionnaire evaluates eight domains, including physical functioning, role limitations due to physical and emotional problems, bodily pain, general health perception, vitality, social functioning, and mental health. Each domain is scored on a scale from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating better perceived health status.
Measured: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Treatment satisfaction
Patient satisfaction with treatment will be evaluated using the Roles and Maudsley scoring system. Post-treatment outcomes will be classified into four categories: excellent, good, acceptable, and poor.
Measured: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Patient-Rated Forearm Evaluation Questionnaire) (PRFEQ)
The Patient-Rated Forearm Evaluation Questionnaire (PRFEQ), a scoring system with established Turkish validity and reliability, was used to assess arm-related pain and functional status over the previous week (19). The questionnaire evaluates pain with 5 items and function with 10 items. Pain items are scored on a 0-10 cm Visual Analog Scale (VAS), ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain). Functional items are also scored on a 0-10 cm VAS, ranging from 0 (extreme difficulty) to 10 (no difficulty). Mean pain and function scores, as well as the total score, are calculated for analysis.
Measured: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted19 Feb 2026
- Study start1 Apr 2022
- Primary completion31 Dec 2023
- Study completion1 Jun 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Lateral EpicondylitisStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Participants were randomized into three parallel groups receiving kinesiotaping, wrist splint, or control interventions.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 150 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
- Sponsor type
- Other government
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, fatma sümeyye suna, Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07420764
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- Konya Beyhekim TRH
- Status last verified
- Feb 2026
- First submitted
- 25 Jan 2026
- Last updated
- 19 Feb 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be shared to protect patient confidentiality and in accordance with ethical regulations. The data were used solely for statistical analysis within the scope of the study.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 19 Feb 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparison Of The Effectiveness Of Wrist Splint And Kinesiotaping Treatments In Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07420764
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Konya Beyhekim TRH
- Conditions
- Lateral Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow
- Keywords
- lateral epicondylitis, tennis elbow, kinesiotaping, wrist splint, rehabilitation
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 150 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Konya Beyhekim Training and Research HospitalOther government
- Study start
- 1 Apr 2022 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Dec 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Jun 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 19 Feb 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow, is a common condition that causes pain in the elbow and forearm, especially in people who perform repetitive wrist movements. In most patients, symptoms improve over time, but in some cases, pain may persist for longer periods.Exercise programs are commonly used in treatment to reduce pain and improve arm function. Kinesiology taping is another method that may help reduce pain by improving blood circulation and supporting muscle movement. Wrist-hand splints are also used to allow the affected muscles to rest by keeping the wrist in a supported position, which may help reduce pain and improve daily activities.The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of kinesiology taping and wrist splint use in the treatment of patients with lateral epicondylitis.
Detailed description
This study was designed as a prospective, randomized, controlled clinical trial to compare the effectiveness of wrist splint and kinesiotaping treatments in patients diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis.
A total of 150 patients aged between 18 and 65 years who were clinically diagnosed with lateral epicondylitis were included in the study. Patients were randomly allocated into three groups: the kinesiotaping group, the wrist splint group, and the control group, with 50 patients in each group.
The kinesiotaping group received kinesiotaping applications twice a week for a total of six sessions using muscle inhibition and epidermis-dermis-fascia (EDF) techniques. The wrist splint group was instructed to use a static wrist-hand splint for three weeks. The control group received cold application and a home exercise program.
All groups were provided with standardized cold application and home exercise programs. Patients were evaluated at baseline, at the end of treatment, and at the fourth week after treatment. Outcome measures included pain intensity assessed by the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), grip strength measured with a Jamar dynamometer, functional status assessed using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire and the Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE), quality of life assessed with the Short Form-36 (SF-36), and treatment satisfaction evaluated using the Roles and Maudsley score.
The primary objective of this study was to compare the effects of kinesiotaping using muscle inhibition and epidermis-dermis-fascia techniques and wrist splint use on pain, functional outcomes, grip strength, and quality of life in patients with lateral epicondylitis.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 3
- Model description
- Participants were randomized into three parallel groups receiving kinesiotaping, wrist splint, or control interventions.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesiotaping | Other | Other: Kinesiotaping, Other: Conservative treatmentParticipants received kinesiotaping treatment in addition to standard cold application and a home exercise program. |
| Wrist-Hand Splint | Other | Device: Wrist-Hand Splint, Other: Conservative treatmentParticipants used a static wrist-hand splint in addition to standard cold application and a home exercise program. |
| Control Group | Other | Other: Conservative treatmentParticipants received conservative treatment consisting of cold application and a home exercise program. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Age 18-65 years
- Clinically diagnosed lateral epicondylitis
- Elbow pain for at least 3 months
- Ability to understand and comply with study procedures
- Written informed consent provided
Key exclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Previous surgery to the affected elbow
- Corticosteroid injection to the affected elbow within the last 6 months
- Neurological disorders affecting the upper extremity
- Inflammatory rheumatic diseases and fibromyalgia
- Fracture or trauma of the upper extremity within the last 6 months
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| KinesiotapingKinesiotaping was applied twice a week for a total of six sessions using muscle inhibition and epidermis-dermis-fascia (EDF) techniques. In addition, participants received standardized cold application and a home exercise program. | Other | Kinesiotaping |
| Wrist-Hand SplintParticipants were instructed to use a static wrist-hand splint for three weeks to maintain the wrist in a slightly extended position. Standardized cold application and a home exercise program were also provided. | Device | Wrist-Hand Splint |
| Conservative treatmentParticipants received standardized cold application and a home exercise program without kinesiotaping or splint use. | Other | Control Group, Kinesiotaping, Wrist-Hand Splint |
Primary outcome
Pain intensity
Time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Pain intensity was assessed using a 10-cm Visual Analog Scale (VAS), ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).
5 secondary outcomes
Grip strength
Time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Upper extremity function
Time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Health-related quality of life
Time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Treatment satisfaction
Time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Patient-Rated Forearm Evaluation Questionnaire) (PRFEQ)
Time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 19 Feb 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be shared to protect patient confidentiality and in accordance with ethical regulations. The data were used solely for statistical analysis within the scope of the study.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Kinesiotaping, Wrist-Hand Splint and Conservative treatment in people with Lateral Epicondylitis and Tennis Elbow, run by Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 19 Feb 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Pain intensity (time frame: All assessments were conducted by the same evaluator at baseline, at the end of the 3-week treatment period, and 4 weeks following treatment completion.). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 19 Feb 2026.