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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy ineffective for patellar tendinopathy
April 2013
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy ineffective for patellar tendinopathy
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
No effect of extracorporeal shockwave therapy on patellar tendinopathy in jumping athletes during the competitive season: a randomized clinical trial
Am J Sports Med June 2011 vol. 39 no. 6 1191-1199Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
OE EXCLUSIVE
Synopsis
Jumping athletes in sports, such as volleyball and basketball, are at risk of overuse injuries with a common injury being patellar tendinopathy. 62 eligible jumping athletes with patellar tendinopathy for 3-12 months were randomized to receive either extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) or placebo, to determine the efficacy of EWST in the treatment of this injury. Pain and function in these ath...
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