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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation therapy for rotator cuff tendinopathy
June 2016
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation therapy for rotator cuff tendinopathy
Study Type:Systematic review
OE Level Evidence:3
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Efficacy of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for rotator cuff tendinopathy: a systematic review
Physiotherapy. 2016 Mar;102(1):41-9.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
6 randomized controlled trials (n=271) were included in this systematic review for the purpose of comparing transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) with several other treatments for rotator cuff tendinopathy, including ultrasound therapy, corticosteroid injection, heat therapy, and pulse radiofrequency. Results demonstrated that although significant improvements were achieved by patient...
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