Comparison of Treatments for Lateral Epicondylitis
Study Overview
This study compared the effectiveness of local massage, corticosteroid injection, and extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) in treating lateral epicondylitis (LE).
Key Findings
ESWT showed superior results compared to the other treatments, with significant improvements in clinical evaluation scores at the six-month follow-up.
Practical Solutions and Value
These findings suggest that ESWT may offer better long-term outcomes for patients with LE. Clinicians should consider ESWT as a potential treatment option for this condition.
