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Therapeutic ultrasound not beneficial in rotator cuff tendinopathy in low quality studies
November 2015
Therapeutic ultrasound not beneficial in rotator cuff tendinopathy in low quality studies
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:3
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The efficacy of therapeutic ultrasound for rotator cuff tendinopathy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Phys Ther Sport. 2015 Aug;16(3):276-84.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
11 randomized controlled studies of low methodological quality were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis, to determine the efficacy of therapeutic ultrasound in adults with rotator cuff tendinopathy. Results indicated that therapeutic ultrasound was not beneficial in terms of improving pain or function when compared to other active treatment, placebo, or as an addition to exercise.
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