LOGIN
Plantar fasciitis: Shockwave therapy more effective than conservative treatment
August 2013
Plantar fasciitis: Shockwave therapy more effective than conservative treatment
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Long-term Results of Extracorporeal Shockwave Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis.
Am J Sports Med. 2006 Apr;34(4):592-6Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
149 patients (168 heels) with chronic plantar fasciitis were randomized to receive extracorporeal shockwave treatment or conservative treatment consisting of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, orthotics, physical therapy, an exercise program and/or a local cortisone injection. Over 5 to 6 years, patients in the shockwave group had significantly greater improvements in pain and function than th...
To view the full content, login to your account,
or start your 30-day FREE Trial today.
FREE TRIAL
LOGIN
Forgot Password?
Explore some of our unlocked ACE Reports below!
Join the Conversation
Please Login or Join to leave comments.