Shin Kong Wu Ho-su Memorial Hospital

This study tests whether a painless, needle-free treatment called transcutaneous pulsed radiofrequency acupuncture can reduce pain and stiffness in people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will enroll 90 adults aged 45 to 85 who have had knee pain for at least six months. Par…

This study tests if injecting a sugar-water solution (dextrose) into specific spots seen on an MRI works better than injecting it into the joint space for knee osteoarthritis. About 60 adults aged 45-80 with moderate knee arthritis will receive either MRI-guided or standard injec…

This study tests if a new needle procedure can help people with carpal tunnel syndrome. The treatment combines releasing a tight wrist ligament with injecting a sugar-water solution around the nerve. About 102 adults with moderate symptoms will be followed to see if the combinati…

This study tests a new, non-invasive treatment called ultrasound-guided transcutaneous pulsed radiofrequency (TCPRF) for people with cervical radiculopathy—a condition causing neck, shoulder, and arm pain from irritated nerves. About 32 adults with symptoms lasting over six weeks…

This study looks at whether adding extracorporeal shock wave therapy to standard treatments (physical therapy and steroid injections) helps people with frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulder causes pain and stiffness, and recovery can take months or years. The trial will enroll 94 adul…