Clinical trials
Shock Wave clinical trials
Below are recruiting shock wave clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 50 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 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT07202559Recruiting
Preventing Pancreatitis After Shock Wave Therapy for Pancreatic Stones
This study tests whether a combination of an NSAID (indomethacin) given rectally plus extra fluids through an IV can prevent pancreatitis after shock wave therapy for pancreatic stones. It may help reduce inflammation and protect your pancreas during treatment.
BaotouAges 18–85 - 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 - NCT07027631Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two treatments for chronic neck pain
This trial tests whether magnesium sulfate iontophoresis (a method that uses a mild electrical current to deliver medicine through the skin) or extracorporeal shockwave therapy (sound waves applied to the neck) works better for long-term neck pain caused by trigger points in the upper shoulder muscle.
GizaAges 18–40 - NCT07006389Enrolling by invitation
Shock wave therapy for plantar fasciitis follow-up study
This study looks at how well shock wave therapy works for people with plantar fasciitis that hasn't improved with other treatments. If you've already had shock wave therapy 3 to 6 months ago, your experience could help doctors understand what makes the treatment effective.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06936800Enrolling by invitation
Pinaverium Bromide to Prevent Pain After Shock Wave Treatment
This trial tests if a drug called pinaverium bromide can help prevent pancreatitis and reduce pain after a procedure that uses shock waves to break up large gallstones in the pancreas. It may be an option for people with chronic pancreatitis and stones that are at least 5 mm wide.
Jinan, Wenhuaxi RoadAges 18–85 - 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 - NCT06737601Enrolling by invitation
Shockwave or splint for trigger finger
This study compares two treatments for trigger finger: a special hand splint and shockwave therapy (a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to help the finger move smoothly). Researchers want to see which works better.
BariAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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+ - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for shock wave?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 50 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.