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NCT Number: NCT05293652

Effect of Hydrocortisone Iontophoresis Versus Hydrocortisone Phonophoresis On Post Surgical Scar

The purpose of this study will be to compare the effect of hydrocortisone iontophoresis and hydrocortisone phonophoresis on the treatment of surgical scar and overall scar appearance.

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Key information

Conditions

Scar Cicatrix Fibrosis Hydrocortisone Iontophoresis Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Phonophoresis

Age range

20 year–35 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Outpatient clinic, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University, Egypt

Damietta, 34518, Egypt

About this study

Scar contractures develop and extend to the underlying connective tissue and then muscles, leading to reduction in joint range of motion and affecting the day-to-day activities.

Most patients (irrespective of age, gender and ethnicity) believe that even a small improvement in scarring is worthwhile , any research that may help improve scar outcome is meaningful.

The need of this study has developed from the rarity of information about the difference between the effectiveness of iontophoresis and phonophoresis in enhancing the overall appearance of surgical scar.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Both genders
  • same approach of medications
  • scar size varies from 5-15 cm

Exclusion criteria

  • have cardiac / pacemakers
  • have significant health problems
  • obese patients (BMI more than 30)
  • uncooperative patients

Treatment and study plan

Iontophoresis

Other

Hydrocortisone iontophoresis

Phonophoresis

Other

Hydrocortisone Phonophoresis

traditional PT program

Other

Ultrasound and deep friction massage

Primary outcomes

  1. Scar pliability

    Time frame: at baseline and after 3 months of intervention

    assessment of change in Scar pliability by using tonometer device

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Horus University

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2021
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Mar 24, 2022
Registry last updated
Mar 24, 2022

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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