Shockwave combo eases achilles pain in small trial
NCT ID NCT05702918
First seen Jan 15, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tested whether adding low-energy shockwave therapy to a 12-week exercise program helps people with Achilles tendinopathy. 47 adults with pain and swelling in one Achilles tendon were randomly assigned to exercise alone or exercise plus shockwave therapy. Researchers used ultrasound to measure tendon changes and a questionnaire to track symptoms and function over 26 weeks.
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University Hospital Motol and 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University
Prague, Czechia
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