Shock wave therapy for neck pain in teen athletes
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests if shock wave therapy can reduce neck pain caused by muscle knots (trigger points) in adolescent athletes. It aims to see if this treatment helps them feel better and keep playing sports.
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Who can take part
- You are between 14 and 18 years old.
- You have neck pain on one side of your body.
- Your doctor finds tender knots in your upper shoulder muscles that cause pain when pressed.
- You can continue your usual sports activities during the study.
- You do not have a skin condition or a recent neck injury.
- You are not taking painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs during treatment.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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