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http://dx.doi.org/10.14474/ptrs.2022.11.3.356

Applying Focused and Radial Shock Wave for Calcific Tendinitis of the Shoulder : Randomized Controlled Study  

Kim, Jonggun (Department of Physical Therapy, MyoungJang Oriental Hospital)
Oh, Changmin (Department of Physical Therapy, Guggadaepyo Hospital)
Yoo, John (Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School of Sahmyook University)
Yim, Jongeun (Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School of Sahmyook University)
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Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science / v.11, no.3, 2022 , pp. 356-362 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objective: Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is a nonsurgical treatment alternative to surgery for various musculoskeletal diseases that have traditionally been difficult to treat conservatively, including calcific tendinitis, tennis elbow, and plantar fasciitis. This study evaluated the effect of focused and radial shock wave therapy for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. Design: Randomized controlled study Methods: Forty participants with calcific tendinitis were randomized into focused shock wave therapy (FSWT, n=20) and radial shock wave therapy (RSWT, n=20) groups. Patients were examined before and one week after treatment. Pain intensity was subjectively assessed using the visual analogue scale and function was assessed using the Constant-Murley score (CMS) and range of motion (ROM). Results: The results showed a significant decrease in pain and significant increase in shoulder mobility and function in both groups. However, FSWT was significantly more effective than RSWT, based on CMS and ROM assessment. Conclusions: Although it is possible to raise the energy intensity of RSWT to increase the depth at which the energy becomes dispersed, higher energy intensity is associated with a greater risk of severe neurovascular damage, and that high-intensity stimulation can cause adverse effects such as pain and petechiae. Therefore, FSWT is considered to be a safe and effective method for treating tendinous lesions while minimizing adverse effects. In conclusion, both FSWT and RSWT can reduce pain and increase mobility and function. FSWT can be considered as an alternative for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder.
Keywords
Focused extracorporeal shockwave; Radial extracorporeal shockwave; Shoulder joint; Calcification;
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