Sound waves soothe knee pain: ultrasound shows promise for IT band syndrome
NCT ID NCT07534605
First seen May 06, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding ultrasound therapy to exercise helps people with iliotibial band syndrome, a common cause of knee pain. 75 adults aged 45-60 received 15 sessions of either exercise alone, exercise plus continuous ultrasound, or exercise plus intermittent ultrasound. Researchers measured pain, function, quality of life, and tissue thickness before, right after, and 3 months after treatment.
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Prof.Dr.Cemil Taşcıoğlu Şehir Hastanesi
Istanbul, Şişli, 34384, Turkey (Türkiye)
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