Comparison of Electroacupuncture and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal · Acupuncture in Medicine (2023)
Original authors · Song JH, Lee KS, Park HM, et al.
DOI · 10.1177/0964528423118294
Summary
One hundred ten patients with plantar fasciitis were randomly assigned to an electroacupuncture group or an extracorporeal shock wave therapy group and treated for 6 weeks. Both groups showed significant pain reduction, with higher patient satisfaction in the electroacupuncture group.
Key figures
Pain Improvement Rate
87%
Number of Participants
110 subjects
Conclusion
Electroacupuncture demonstrates effects equivalent to extracorporeal shock wave therapy in plantar fasciitis treatment with superior patient acceptability.
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