Shock wave therapy shows promise for stroke arm stiffness
NCT ID NCT07532187
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a non-invasive treatment called shock wave therapy on 21 stroke survivors with arm stiffness. The therapy uses sound waves to relax tight muscles. Participants received 8 sessions over 4 weeks, and researchers checked for improvements in stiffness, pain, and daily function at 1 and 3 months.
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Sehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varank Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Istanbul, 34785, Turkey (Türkiye)