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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Musculoskeletal Pathologies
1Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine, Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, 510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065, USA.
Summary
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is effective for canine musculoskeletal issues like osteoarthritis and fractures. However, treatment protocols vary significantly between different shockwave machines, so data cannot be directly compared.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Pathologies
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) offers diverse applications for animal musculoskeletal conditions.
- Common uses include treating tendinopathies, malunion fractures, patellar desmitis, and osteoarthritis in animals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current applications of ESWT in veterinary musculoskeletal pathologies.
- To highlight the types of shockwave generators used and the evidence available in canine literature.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on electrohydraulic and radial pressure wave generators in canine studies.
- Analysis of existing evidence regarding treatment protocols and their applicability across different machines.
Main Results:
- Evidence in canine literature predominantly features electrohydraulic and radial pressure wave generators.
- Significant variability exists in treatment protocols between different shockwave machines.
- Data from studies using one type of machine are not directly transferable to others.
Conclusions:
- ESWT is a viable therapeutic option for various canine musculoskeletal disorders.
- The type of shockwave generator critically influences treatment outcomes and protocol efficacy.
- Caution is advised against extrapolating treatment data between different ESWT devices.
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