Shockwave therapy for knee pain after ACL surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether focused shockwave treatment can reduce knee pain in people who have had ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction surgery. Shockwave therapy uses sound waves to reduce pain and inflammation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You had ACL reconstruction surgery using your own tissue (either from your kneecap tendon or hamstring)
- You have not had shockwave or pressure wave therapy before
- You speak English and can consent to participate
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- This is your first ACL surgery on that knee (not a revision/redo surgery)
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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