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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