Shockwave therapy could ease stubborn neck pain
NCT ID NCT07660523
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether focused shockwave therapy can reduce pain and improve function in people with chronic neck and shoulder muscle pain. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to receive either three weekly shockwave sessions or a home exercise program. Researchers will measure pain, disability, and muscle changes using ultrasound.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- focused extracorporeal shockwave therapy
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a noninvasive treatment option for chronic neck and shoulder muscle pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply widely. The therapy may not prove more effective than simple home exercises.
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