Efficacy of Dextrose Prolotherapy Compare With ESWT in the Treatment of Chronic Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

Efficacy of Dextrose Prolotherapy Compare With Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in the Treatment of Chronic Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

To compare the efficacy of dextrose solution injection with ESWT for pain reduction in rotator cuff tendinopathy.

Additionally, secondary objective is to evaluate DASH and active range of motion of shoulder joint

Inclusion Criteria:

• Chronic shoulder pain for at least 3 months
• Unilateral affected side
• History of unsuccessful conservative treatment
• Age 18 years or older

Exclusion Criteria:

• Rotator cuff complete tear
• Local or generalized arthritis
• Previous shoulder surgery
• Previous history allergy to local anesthesia
• Pregnancy
• Current infectious or tumorous disease
• Dysfunction in the neck or thoracic region of both
• Coagulation disturbance