Protocol framework
Patellar Tendinopathy
Patellar tendon framework combining ESWT with heavy-slow resistance loading.
Moderate evidenceCombinedEducational protocol framework
Protocol framework
Parameter ranges by ESWT modality. Adapt to device, patient and clinical context.
fESWT
Focused ESWT
- Energy / dose
- 0.1-0.25mj/mm2
- Pulses
- 2000
- Frequency (Hz)
- 4-6
- Sessions
- 3
- Interval
- 3-7d
rESWT
Radial ESWT
- Energy / dose
- 1.5-3bar
- Pulses
- 2000
- Frequency (Hz)
- 8-12
- Sessions
- 3
- Interval
- 1/w
ImportantThis is an educational protocol framework. Adapt all parameters to the device, the patient, and your clinical reasoning. Follow manufacturer instructions and local regulations.