Trial reportJournal of pain research2025
Focused Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Crossover Pilot Study in Stroke Patients.
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Abstract
Objective: Focused ESWT (F-ESWT) may be effective in relieving hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) in stroke patients. This study aimed to investigate the effects of F-ESWT on hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) and to assess potential adverse effects in stroke patients. Design: A double-blind, randomized crossover pilot study was conducted with six stroke patients (median age 59.5) experiencing HSP (NRS ≥4). Participants received two conditions-real F-ESWT and sham F-ESWT-3 days/week for 2 weeks, separated by a 10-day washout period. Sham F-ESWT was administered by tilting the probe. Pain and function were assessed using the NRS and Shoulder Pain and Disability Index before and after interventions. Results: No adverse effects occurred. Sonography revealed calcifications and tendinosis. Significant time × condition interactions were noted for NRS and disability scores ( Conclusion: These results suggest that the application of F-ESWT in patients with stroke could alleviate HSP. However, further studies are required to confirm this benefit.
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