Shock wave combo may ease stubborn shoulder pain
NCT ID NCT07390396
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding shock wave therapy to a standard exercise program can reduce pain and improve shoulder function in people with rotator cuff tendinopathy. Fifty adults aged 30 to 55 with chronic shoulder pain will receive either exercises alone or exercises plus shock waves once a week for six weeks. The goal is to see if the combination leads to better tendon healing and strength.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) plus exercise
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a better way to treat chronic shoulder pain without surgery, combining shock waves with standard exercises.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and shock wave therapy can cause temporary pain or bruising.
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faculty of physical therapy, Deraya University
RECRUITINGMinya, Menia Governorate, Egypt
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