Clinical trials
Shock Wave clinical trials
Below are recruiting shock wave clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 57 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06491745Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for frozen shoulder
This study tests whether adding shock wave therapy to standard treatments (physical therapy and a corticosteroid injection) helps people with frozen shoulder recover faster. If you have significant shoulder stiffness and pain, you might benefit from this extra treatment.
TaipeiAges 20–80 - 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 - NCT07319988Recruiting
Shock wave therapy and core exercises for back pain
This study tests if shock wave therapy along with core stability exercises can help reduce long-term back pain in female teachers. It may be a good fit if you have had nonspecific back pain for over 3 months and are at a healthy weight.
IsmailiaAges 16–18 - NCT07390396Recruiting
Shock wave therapy plus exercises for shoulder pain
This trial tests whether adding shock wave therapy to standard exercises helps people with chronic rotator cuff tendon pain. If you have had shoulder pain for over 3 months due to a confirmed tendon problem, this might be an option for you.
Minya, Menia GovernorateAges 30–55 - NCT06303661Recruiting
Radiofrequency and shock wave therapy for Peyronie's plaque
This study tests if two non-invasive treatments—radiofrequency energy and low-intensity shock waves—can help soften the hard plaque and reduce penile curvature caused by Peyronie's disease. It is open to men at any stage of the condition.
Salvador, Estado de BahiaAges 18–80 - NCT07068399Recruiting
Shock Wave Therapy for Heart Blood Flow
This study tests if shock wave therapy can help grow new blood vessels in people with non-obstructive coronary artery disease. Researchers will use special heart MRI scans to see if the treatment improves blood flow to your heart.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT07506031Recruiting
Predicting ESWL Success for Children's Kidney Stones
This study uses a special ultrasound technique (called shear wave elastography) to predict how well shock wave therapy (ESWL) will break up kidney stones in children. It may help doctors decide the best treatment for your child's stone.
Banī SuwayfAges 1–18 - 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 - NCT06833372Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for knee arthritis
This trial tests if shock wave treatment can reduce knee pain from osteoarthritis. It may help people with moderate knee arthritis who haven't had recent physical therapy or joint injections.
BariAges 45–80 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT05226637Recruiting
Shockwave plus botox-like treatment versus standard care for arm spasticity
This study tests whether adding shockwave treatment to botulinum toxin type A (a botox-like injection) improves outcomes for people with stiff, tight upper-arm muscles after brain injury, stroke, or cerebral palsy. It also compares this to standard botulinum toxin care alone.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–99 - NCT05878223Recruiting
Testing different shockwave doses for ankle stiffness after stroke
This study compares different doses of shockwave treatment to reduce ankle muscle tightness (spasticity) after stroke. If you have persistent ankle stiffness and can safely receive the treatment, your results may help find the best dose for symptom relief.
HsinchuAges 20 years+ - NCT05907239Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for jaw muscle pain
This trial tests whether focused shock wave treatment can reduce chronic jaw pain caused by jaw muscle problems. You might qualify if you have moderate to severe temporomandibular (jaw) pain for at least 3 months.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT06442020Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for erectile dysfunction after prostate surgery
This study tests whether low-intensity shock wave therapy can help improve erectile function after robotic prostatectomy for low-risk prostate cancer. It is for men who already had fairly good erections before surgery and want to see if this non-invasive treatment can help their recovery.
RomeAges 18–75 - NCT06452615Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for nerve pain after mastectomy
This study tests if a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (using sound waves from outside the body) can help relieve nerve pain that some women have after a mastectomy. It may be an option if you have burning, tingling, or numbness in your chest, armpit, or upper arm that started after your surgery.
CairoAges 40–65 - NCT06469931Recruiting
Ozone therapy for carpal tunnel syndrome
This trial tests if ozone injections can help people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. It may offer a new way to treat hand numbness and pain without surgery.
ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT06547684Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for foot stiffness after stroke
This trial tests whether shock wave therapy can help relax the tight calf muscles that cause foot drop after a stroke. It may help you walk better and reduce foot stiffness.
Vila-real, CastellonAges 18 years+ - NCT06616324Recruiting
Virtual reality to reduce pain during kidney stone treatment
This study tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset during a kidney stone treatment called ESWL can help reduce pain and anxiety. If you're scheduled for ESWL at a hospital in Region Zealand, you may be able to use VR to distract yourself during the procedure.
RoskildeAges 18 years+ - NCT06681506Recruiting
New heart rehab program for ischemic heart disease
This study tests a new cardiac rehabilitation treatment for people with ischemic heart disease, a condition where blood flow to the heart is reduced. The goal is to improve heart health and recovery through a structured rehab program.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–85 - NCT06717711RecruitingPhase 3
Shockwave therapy for penis recovery after prostate cancer surgery
This trial tests if low-intensity shockwaves can help men regain erectile function after robot-assisted prostate surgery. If you had nerve-sparing surgery and have good erections before treatment, this may help you recover faster.
Rome, RMAges 18–75 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for shock wave?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 57 recruiting shock wave 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 shock wave 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 shock wave 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
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.