Shockwaves may soothe spasms in spinal injury patients

NCT ID NCT05432999

First seen Mar 26, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This small pilot study tested whether a non-invasive treatment called extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) can safely reduce muscle stiffness and spasms in people with chronic spinal cord injury. Five participants received either ESWT or a sham treatment. The goal was to gather data for a larger trial. The study focused on easing symptoms, not curing the underlying condition.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kessler Foundation

    West Orange, New Jersey, 07052, United States

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