Which pain therapy works best? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07511751

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares three common treatments for long-lasting muscle pain: dry needling, shock wave therapy, and pulsed radiofrequency. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with myofascial pain syndrome who have not improved with standard care. The goal is to find which method reduces pain and improves daily function the most.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myofascial pain syndrome Pain

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Sakarya Training and Research Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Adapazarı, Sakarya, Turkey (Türkiye)