Shockwave treatment for Achilles tendon pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests if shockwave therapy helps adults with long-lasting pain in the middle or where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel. You may join if you've had pain for at least a month and haven't had shockwave or steroid shots recently.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You have pain in the middle of the Achilles tendon or at the heel attachment for 1 month or more.
- You are able to speak and understand Swedish.
- You have not had shockwave therapy for this pain in the past year.
- You have not had a steroid injection in the foot in the past 6 months.
- You do not have a bleeding disorder, take blood thinners, are pregnant, or have a foot tumor.
Quick eligibility check
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