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Effects of Shockwave Therapy Versus Ultrasound Therapy Among Patients With Chronic Sciatica
Sponsor: University of Lahore
Summary
Sciatica is characterized by radiating pain, functional limitations, reduced flexibility, disturbed sleep, and impaired quality of life. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) and Therapeutic Ultrasound are commonly used physiotherapy modalities for pain relief and tissue healing; however, evidence directly comparing their effectiveness remains limited. This randomized controlled trial compares the effects of Shockwave Therapy and Ultrasound Therapy, each combined with conventional physiotherapy, on pain intensity, hamstring range of motion, sleep quality, and quality of life in patients with chronic sciatica.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Shockwave Therapy Versus Ultrasound Therapy Combined With Conventional Physiotherapy on Pain Intensity, Hamstring Range of Motion, Sleep Quality, and Quality of Life Among Patients With Chronic Sciatica: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 45 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
66
Start Date
2025-06-30
Completion Date
2026-04-12
Last Updated
2026-07-17
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy will be applied to the sciatic nerve origin and piriformis region using standardized treatment parameters for approximately 10 minutes during each treatment session.
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound will be applied to the gluteal and lumbar regions using standardized frequency and intensity parameters for approximately 10 minutes during each treatment session.
Conventional Physiotherapy
Conventional physiotherapy will include moist heat therapy, myofascial release, stretching exercises, and strengthening exercises administered during every treatment session.
Locations (1)
ULTH
Lahore, Pakistan