Quality Standards and Techniques for the Application of Focused Shockwaves and Radial Pressure Waves in Musculoskeletal Disorders

Review Article | Volume 1 | Issue 1 | JRS December 2021 | Page 9-12 | José Eid, Daniel Moya DOI: 10.13107/jrs.2021.v01.i01.007

Author: José Eid [1], Daniel Moya [2]

[1] Médico Assistente do corpo clínico do Hospital Hcor São Paulo, Brazil.

[2] Department of Orthopaedic, Servicio de Ortopedia y Traumatología, Hospital Británico de Buenos Aires.

Address of Correspondence:
Dr. José Eid, MD.
Médico Assistente do corpo clínico do Hospital Hcor São Paulo, Brazil.
E-mail: j.eid@uol.com.br

Abstract

Focused shockwaves and radial pressure waves are safe and effective if used correctly. Nevertheless, poor results and complications have been described due to missdiagnosis and technical errors. The aim of this review is to introduce the basic principles of quality and technical recommendations for each method.

Keywords: Shock waves, Radial pressure waves, Quality standards

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