Shockwaves aim to zap back pain without drugs
NCT ID NCT07692347
First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This trial tests whether focused shockwave therapy can relieve chronic low back pain better than conventional physiotherapy. Shockwaves are directed at painful spots in muscles and connective tissue to relax them and reduce pain. The study includes adults aged 18–70 with low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks. Researchers measure pain levels and mobility to compare the two approaches.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Shockwave therapy
- What this could lead to
- If effective, shockwave therapy could offer a new, non-invasive option for easing chronic low back pain and improving mobility.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early-stage trial with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Shockwave therapy may not work better than standard physiotherapy.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Institut für Muskuloskelettale Medizin (IMM) Abteilung für Regenerative Muskuloskelettale Medizin
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, 48149, Germany
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