Shockwave therapy and platelet-rich plasma for Achilles tendon pain
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests two treatments—shockwave therapy and platelet-rich plasma (a concentrate from your own blood)—for long-standing Achilles tendon pain. The goal is to see which one helps reduce pain and improve function.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old
- You must have pain in the middle part of the Achilles tendon, on one side only
- Your symptoms must have lasted for more than 3 months
- You must be able to join a rehabilitation program
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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