Study Protocol for low-temperature radiofrequency coblation micro-tenotomy for the treatment of Achilles tendinopathy: a multicentre, prospective randomized controlled clinical trial.
Samuel Ka-Kin Ling,
Esther Man-Wai CHOW,
Violet Man-Chi KO
et al.
Abstract:Background: Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a common musculoskeletal disorder that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the heel region and can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Despite being a prevalent problem, no gold standard treatment for AT exists. This has led to exploring novel treatment options, one of which is low-temperature radiofrequency coblation micro-tenotomy. Radiofrequency micro-tenotomy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses low-temperature energy to disrupt tissue … Show more
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