tennis elbow

➤ Increasing evidence suggests that extracorporeal shockwave treatment (ESWT) is safe and effective for treating several musculoskeletal disorders. ➤ Two types of technical principles are usually included in ESWT: focused ESWT (F-ESWT) and radial pressure waves (RPW). These 2 technologies differ with respect to their generation devices, physical characteristics, and mechanism of action but share several indications. ➤ Strong evidence supports the use of ESWT in calcifying tendinopathy of the shoulder and plantar fasciitis. ➤ The best evidence for the use of ESWT was obtained with low to medium energy levels for tendon disorders as well as with a high energy level for tendon calcification and bone pathologies in a comprehensive rehabilitation framework.

The Role of Extracorporeal Shockwave Treatment in Musculoskeletal Disorders