Is the Use of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Effective in Decreasing Pain and Improving Function of Patients with Plantar Fasciitis?

Authors

Cody Moon, Fort Hays State UniversityFollow

Award Level

3rd Place - Non-empirical Undergraduate

Classification

Non-empirical Undergraduate

Abstract

This systematic review evaluates several studies that have examined the use of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) on plantar fasciitis. ESWT is a treatment option with very little evidence supporting its use. ESWT uses sound waves in the area where it is applied to create an environment of increased pressure to begin the body’s internal response against unordinary stimuli.

Department/Program

Health and Human Performance

Submission Type

in-person poster

DOI

10.58809/KYBD8252

Date

4-17-2018

Rights

Copyright the Author(s)

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Recommended Citation

Moon, Cody (2018) "Is the Use of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Effective in Decreasing Pain and Improving Function of Patients with Plantar Fasciitis?," SACAD: Scholarly Activities: Vol. 2018, Article 21.
DOI: 10.58809/KYBD8252
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/sacad/vol2018/iss2018/21