Shockwave or ultrasound? trial aims to settle which therapy eases sciatica pain and improves sleep
NCT ID NCT07710924
First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Summary
This study compares two common treatments—shockwave therapy and therapeutic ultrasound—each given alongside standard physiotherapy, for people with chronic sciatica. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain, improves hamstring flexibility, enhances sleep quality, and boosts overall quality of life. Adults aged 20 to 45 with persistent sciatica symptoms for at least three months are eligible to join.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) and Therapeutic Ultrasound, each combined with conventional physiotherapy
- What this could lead to
- If shockwave therapy proves more effective than ultrasound, it could become a preferred non-invasive option for managing chronic sciatica pain and improving sleep and mobility.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center trial with 66 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Both treatments are already used, so the difference in benefit may be small or not clinically meaningful.
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Conditions
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Locations
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ULTH
Lahore, Pakistan
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