Shock wave showdown: which therapy zaps tennis elbow pain best?
NCT ID NCT06587412
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of shock wave therapy (radial vs focal) to a placebo for treating long-term tennis elbow pain. Fifty adults with elbow pain lasting more than 3 months will receive three weekly sessions. Researchers will measure pain, grip strength, and disability over 6 months to see which approach works best.
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Centro Investigación Fisioterapia y Dolor
RECRUITINGAlcalá de Henares, Madrid, 28806, Spain
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