Comparison of the Effect of a Non-immersive VRE and CT in Patients With Tennis Elbow

NCT06739837 | Active Not Recruiting DMC

• 1 other identifier: MSRSW/Batch-Fall22/759
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 40
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study investigates the comparative effectiveness of non-immersive virtual reality (VR) therapy and conventional physiotherapy in managing tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Tennis elbow is a painful condition often characterized by chronic pain, reduced grip strength, and limited functionality.

Conditions

Tennis Elbow

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Visual Analog Scale (VAS)

  The visual analog scale (VAS) is a validated, subjective measure for acute and chronic pain. Scores are recorded by making a handwritten mark on a 10-cm line that represents a continuum between "no pain" and "worst pain.

  12 Months

• Handheld Dynamometer

  This instrument is scored using force production in kilograms (0-90) or pounds (0-200). Standardized procedure for positioning of instrumen

  12 Months

Study Arms (2)

Interventional group I

EXPERIMENTAL

Diagnostic Test: traditional physiotherapy

Interventional group II

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Combination Product: Non-immersive VR therapy

Interventions

traditional physiotherapy DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Participants in this arm will undergo traditional physiotherapy exercises for managing tennis elbow.

Interventional group I

Non-immersive VR therapy COMBINATION_PRODUCT

Participants undergo a VR-based rehabilitation program targeting tennis elbow symptoms. Sessions last 30 minutes, conducted 3 times per week for 6 weeks. Exercises focus on improving grip strength, wrist flexibility, and functional movement through interactive VR environments that visually engage the affected arm, promoting adherence and motivation without full immersion. The VR setup includes headsets or screens that enable visual interaction, enhancing the rehabilitation experience. The goal is to alleviate pain, increase range of motion, and restore muscle strength.

Interventional group II

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 20 Years - 25 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Adults aged 25 to 50 years.
• Patient diagnosis with lateral epicondylitis.
• Patients that a medical doctor will be formally diagnosed to have tennis elbow, that is, lateral epicondylitis.
• Patients who have specific pain and function impairment associated with tennis elbow.
• Patients giving written consent to participate in the study. Willing to participate and provide informed consent.

You may not qualify if:

• Patients with neurological conditions whereby they have abnormal functioning of their arms.
• Any previous surgical intervention for tennis elbow The presence of other significant musculoskeletal diseases in the upper extremity Severe cardiovascular or neurological disorders.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Superior University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Samahni, Near thq hospital samahni azad kashmir

Kashmir, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Tennis Elbow

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Elbow Tendinopathy; Tendinopathy; Muscular Diseases; Musculoskeletal Diseases; Elbow Injuries; Arm Injuries; Wounds and Injuries; Tendon Injuries

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: December 14, 2024
• First Posted: December 18, 2024
• Study Start: March 1, 2024
• Primary Completion: September 1, 2024
• Study Completion: March 1, 2025
• Last Updated: December 18, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-12

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

PA (1)