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The Effect of Multimodal Approach of Electrotherapy Versus Shock Wave Therapy in Menopausal Women With Tennis Elbow.
Sponsor: October 6 University
Summary
Tennis Elbow (or Lateral Epicondylalgia) is one of the most common overload injuries that it is the most frequent cause of lateral elbow pain, occurring to people between 40-60 years of age. It is characterized by pain on the outside of the elbow, usually near the lateral epicondyle bone where the extensor carpi Brevis tendon attaches, aggravated by gripping or wringing activities During menopause period, declining estrogen levels can negatively impact tendon health. Estrogen plays a protective role in tendons, contributing to their strength and ability to withstand load.
Official title: The Effect of Multimodal Approach of Electrotherapy Versus Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Menopausal Women With Tennis Elbow : A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
45 Years - 55 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
45
Start Date
2026-03-03
Completion Date
2026-09-01
Last Updated
2026-08-06
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
multimodal electrotherapy
subjects will receive multimodal approach of electrotherapy (LLLT , and IFC) with conventional physical therapy modalities in the form of (stretch and strengthen exercises ) 3 sessions every week for 6 weeks
shock wave therapy
subjects will receive shock wave therapy with conventional physical therapy modalities 3 sessions every week for 6 weeks.
exercise
subjects will receive with conventional physical therapy modalities only in the form of (stretching and strengthening therapeutic exercises ) 3 sessions every week for 6 weeks.
Locations (1)
Heba
Cairo, Egypt