Clinical trials
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting extracorporeal shock wave therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 39 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07854262Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for arm swelling after breast cancer
This study tests whether a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), which uses sound waves, can reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) that some people get after breast cancer treatment. It may help if you have had arm swelling for less than 4 years and have finished your cancer treatment.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT04474106Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for new spinal cord injuries
This study tests whether extracorporeal shock wave therapy (non-surgical shock waves delivered from outside the body) can improve movement and sensation after a recent spinal cord injury. It may help people recover motor (movement) and sensory (feeling) function within months after injury.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18–99 - NCT07864948Recruiting
Shock wave therapy with or without taping for heel pain
This study tests two treatments for heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis. You'll get either shock wave therapy alone, or shock wave therapy plus special tape (kinesiotaping), to see which is better for reducing pain.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 18–65 - NCT07807852Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for CRPS after wrist fracture
This trial tests whether sound wave therapy (ESWT) can reduce pain from a chronic pain condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) that started after a wrist fracture. It might help reduce pain and improve recovery.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–75 - NCT07782723Recruiting
Shock wave and blood-flow therapy for tennis elbow
This study tests two treatments for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis): shock wave therapy, which uses sound waves to help healing, and blood flow restriction therapy, which uses a cuff to increase blood flow during exercise. It aims to see if combining them works better than either alone, which might help reduce pain and improve your arm's function.
AnkaraAges 18–60 - NCT07772661Enrolling by invitation
Therapy options for deep gluteal pain syndrome
This study compares two treatments for buttock pain that gets worse when you sit. One is a type of hands-on therapy, the other adds sound wave therapy. The goal is to see which helps reduce pain and improve movement.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–45 - NCT07756307Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for calcium deposits in the shoulder
This trial tests whether a non-invasive treatment called shock wave therapy can reduce pain and improve function in people with calcium deposits in the shoulder tendon. It uses sound waves to break up the deposits, which may relieve pain and help you move better.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 20–70 - NCT07633340Recruiting
Shock Wave Therapy Plus Rehab for Shoulder Blade Problems
This study compares two treatment approaches for scapular dyskinesis (abnormal shoulder blade movement): one group receives shock wave therapy along with standard exercises, while the other group does exercises alone. Researchers want to see if adding shock wave therapy helps improve shoulder blade function and reduces pain.
TantaAges 18 years+ - NCT07626645Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for leg swelling from lymphedema
This trial tests whether extracorporeal shock wave therapy—a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves—can help reduce swelling in the legs caused by lymphedema. You would receive this treatment while continuing your current compression therapy.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–80 - NCT07584174Recruiting
Shockwave vs. magnetic therapy for female sexual dysfunction
This study compares two non-invasive treatments—extracorporeal shockwave therapy and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy—to help women with reduced sexual desire, arousal problems, difficulty with orgasm, or pain during intercourse. The goal is to see which approach works better and is safer.
Banī SuwayfAges 20–50 - NCT07563764Recruiting
Shock Wave Therapy for Overactive Bladder in Women
This study tests whether low-energy shock wave therapy can reduce frequent urination, nighttime bathroom trips, and sudden urges to urinate in women who also have metabolic syndrome (a combination of conditions like high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and extra belly fat). The therapy is non-invasive and may offer an alternative to medications or injections.
Kaohsiung, TaiwanAges 20–75 - NCT07564713Recruiting
Shock Wave vs. Laser Therapy for Tennis Elbow
This study compares two non-surgical treatments for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis): extracorporeal shock wave therapy and low-level laser therapy. Both treatments aim to reduce pain and improve function in people with chronic elbow pain caused by overuse.
ÇorumAges 18–65 - NCT07553715Recruiting
Shock Wave Therapy for Vulvodynia Pain in Women
This study looks at whether a four-session shock wave therapy treatment helps women with vulvodynia (chronic vulva pain). You're eligible if you've already started this treatment and want to help researchers understand how well it works.
Nantes, NantesAges 18 years+ - NCT07523074Recruiting
Early vs. delayed shock wave treatment for leftover kidney stones
This trial compares two timing schedules for using shock waves to break up small kidney stones that remain after a surgical procedure. The goal is to find the best time to treat these leftover stones to help them pass naturally and prevent complications.
Banī Suwayf, Beni-Suef GovernrateAges 18–70 - NCT07511751Recruiting
Comparing treatments for myofascial pain syndrome
This trial compares three different treatments to find which works best for long-term back pain caused by myofascial pain syndrome, a condition where tight muscle knots cause pain. It is for people who have not found relief with standard treatments.
Adapazarı, SakaryaAges 18–65 - NCT07468734Recruiting
Shock wave vs. physical therapy for knee arthritis
This study compares two treatments for chronic knee osteoarthritis: shock wave therapy and traditional physical therapy. The goal is to see which one helps reduce pain and improve function better.
CairoAges 40 years+ - NCT06705881Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for athletes with jumper's knee
This trial tests if extracorporeal shock wave therapy (a non-surgical treatment using sound waves) can help athletes with patellar tendinopathy, also known as jumper's knee. It is for people who have had pain in the patellar tendon for at least 6 months and are active in jumping sports.
Kırşehir, CenterAges 18–65 - NCT07401758Recruiting
Shockwave therapy for knee tendon pain
This study tests whether a noninvasive treatment called shockwave therapy can help reduce pain and improve function in people with patellar tendinitis, a common overuse injury of the knee tendon. It may be a good option for you if you have moderate knee pain and are otherwise healthy.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–45 - NCT06825039Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for belly tuck and breast reduction scars
This study tests if shock wave therapy can improve the appearance and feel of scars after tummy tuck or breast reduction surgery. If you have a scar from belly tuck surgery, you may be able to join.
Antwerp, AntwerpAges 18–80 - NCT07320807Recruiting
Shock wave therapy after flexor tendon repair
This study tests whether a non-invasive treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy can help improve hand function after flexor tendon repair surgery. The therapy uses sound waves to stimulate healing and reduce scar tissue, and it may help you regain movement more quickly.
AnkaraAges 18–50 - NCT07261995Recruiting
Shock wave vs. laser surgery for kidney stones
This trial compares two procedures to break up a single kidney stone. One uses sound waves from outside the body, the other uses a laser through a small scope. Both aim to help you pass the stone more easily.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–65 - NCT07167667Recruiting
Hand therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests two types of hand therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome: shockwave therapy (5 sessions) or warm paraffin wax (10 sessions). It compares which one better reduces nerve thickening and your symptoms.
IstanbulAges 30–60 - NCT07132762Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether adding a special sound wave therapy (called ESWT) to standard care (like exercise and education) can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with long-term low back pain. It is designed for people whose back pain does not have a specific known cause.
DenizliAges 18–65 - NCT07119801Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for arm stiffness after stroke
This trial tests whether shock wave therapy can help reduce muscle tightness in the wrist and hand after a stroke. It may be an option if you have had one stroke, are between 35 and 65 years old, and still have stiffness that bothers you.
DenizliAges 35–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for extracorporeal shock wave therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 39 recruiting extracorporeal shock wave therapy studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a extracorporeal shock wave therapy trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a extracorporeal shock wave therapy trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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