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    1993

    Using pyridoxine to treat carpal tunnel syndrome: randomized control trial

    Spooner GR, Desai HB, Angel JF, Reeder BA, Donat JR

    Published in Canadian Family Physician

    Methodology

    Randomised placebo-controlled trial of pyridoxine 200 mg/day for 12 weeks in carpal tunnel syndrome.

    Key Findings

    Pyridoxine produced no differences versus placebo in electrophysiologic signs, clinical signs or symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.

    Conclusions

    Vitamin B6 is not supported as a treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome.

    Limitations

    Small sample; single dose regimen; older trial.

    Supplements Studied

    Our findings do not support the use of pyridoxine for treating carpal tunnel syndrome.

    Outcomes Measured

    Nerve Health

    Pyridoxine did not improve nerve conduction or numbness versus placebo.

    Related Health Concerns

    Hand Numbness
    Numbness
    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    Study Details

    Year:1993
    Sample Size:32
    Duration:10 weeks
    Quality Score:6/10

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