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Pilot Investigation to Evaluate Effectiveness of Shockwave Therapy, a Combination of Shockwave Therapy and Photobiomodulation and Physical Therapy in the Management of Non-insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: A Randomized Control Trial With Elective Cross-Over Design
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Shockwave Therapy, Photobiomodulation Therapy, and 1 other intervention for Achilles Tendinopathy. Completed, enrolled 46 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This is a randomized control trial with an elective cross over after three months to evaluate three different treatments in the management of non-insertional Achilles Tendinopathy. The treatment methods include physical therapy, shockwave therapy and photobiomodulation.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Participants will receive shockwave therapy once a week for three weeks
Participants will receive photobiomodulation therapy twice a week for three weeks
Participants will enroll in physical therapy and complete an at-home exercise protocol