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Comparison of ESWT and Single-Session 5% Dextrose Prolotherapy in Lateral Epicondylitis
Sponsor: Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital
Summary
Lateral epicondylitis is a common musculoskeletal disorder associated with pain and impaired upper extremity function. The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and single-session 5% dextrose prolotherapy (DPT) in patients with lateral epicondylitis and to evaluate the relative superiority of these treatment approaches during short- and mid-to-long-term follow-up. Ninety-six patients were allocated into three groups: conventional treatment alone, conventional treatment plus ESWT, and conventional treatment plus DPT. Pain, functional status, grip strength, and common extensor tendon thickness were evaluated during follow-up.
Official title: Comparison of the Effectiveness of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy and 5% Dextrose Prolotherapy in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 75 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
96
Start Date
2023-10-01
Completion Date
2025-08-29
Last Updated
2026-06-02
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Conventional Treatment group
Splinting and home exercise program
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
3 sessions, weekly, 4Hz, 2000 pulses/session, 0.15 mJ/mm².
Dextrose prolotherapy (DPT)
Single-session ultrasound-guided 1 mL 5% dextrose injection.
Locations (1)
SBU Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital Ankara, Turkey
Ankara, Cankaya, Turkey (Türkiye)