Status:

COMPLETED

The Effects of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Patients With Coccydynia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Lead Sponsor:

Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital

Conditions:

Coccydynia

Eligibility:

All Genders

20-83 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on the outcomes of coccydynia.

Detailed Description

Coccydynia is pain in the coccygeal region, and usually treated conservatively. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) was incorporated as non-invasive treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions. ...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • First-time diagnosed with coccydynia
  • History of direct traumatic events to the buttocks, such as falls or slipping

Exclusion

  • Tumors of the cauda equina
  • Pelvic surgery
  • Herniation of the lumbosacral disc
  • Internal procidentia
  • Genitourinary or gastrointestinal complaints
  • Psychogenic factors

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

November 1 2012

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

November 1 2013

Estimated Enrollment :

42 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT02313324

Start Date

November 1 2012

End Date

November 1 2013

Last Update

December 10 2014

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