Needle vs. shock wave: which zaps tennis elbow pain best?
NCT ID NCT07550322
First seen Apr 30, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study compares two treatments for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis): ultrasound-guided dry needling and shock wave therapy. Sixty adults aged 18-65 with symptoms lasting at least 6 weeks will receive five weekly sessions of one treatment plus a home exercise program. Researchers will measure pain, grip strength, and function right after treatment and at 3 and 6 months to see which approach works better.
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Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Istanbul, 34662, Turkey (Türkiye)
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