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Trigger Point Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis
Sponsor: Gazi University
Summary
This randomized controlled study evaluates the effect of extracorporeal shock wave therapy applied to the extensor carpi radialis brevis trigger point in patients with lateral epicondylitis. Participants receive active extracorporeal shock wave therapy to the lateral epicondyle region. In addition, one group receives active extracorporeal shock wave therapy to the extensor carpi radialis brevis trigger point, while the other group receives sham extracorporeal shock wave therapy to the trigger point. Pain, grip strength, hand function, and common extensor tendon thickness are assessed before treatment and at week 4.
Official title: The Effect of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Applied to the Trigger Point on Grip Strength, Visual Analog Scale Score, and Common Extensor Tendon Thickness in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
52
Start Date
2024-10-21
Completion Date
2026-06
Last Updated
2026-06-10
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy
Active extracorporeal shock wave therapy is applied to the lateral epicondyle region in both groups once weekly for three sessions. In the experimental group, active extracorporeal shock wave therapy is also applied to one trigger point in the extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle.
Sham Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy
Sham extracorporeal shock wave therapy is applied to one trigger point in the extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle using a sham applicator that produces a similar sound but does not deliver therapeutic shock wave energy.
Locations (1)
Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)