Radial versus Combined Shockwave Therapy in the Management of Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: Similar Functional Outcomes in Running Cohort

SUMMARY Background. Proximal hamstring tendinopathy is a common cause of gluteal pain. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy may be an effective treatment in proximal hamstring tendinopathy. However, published outcomes are primarily limited to evaluating radial shockwave, and the use of combined treatment (focus and radial treatment) and outcomes for management in runners are not well described. The … Continued

Comparison between Conservative and Surgical Treatment in Proximal Humeral Fractures. A Prospective Randomized Study with 5-Years Follow-Up

SUMMARY Background. There is no consensus on the optimal treatment of displaced proximal humeral fractures. The purpose of this prospective study was to present a 5-year follow-up of conservative treatment of proximal humeral fractures as compared to surgical treatment (ORIF). Materials and methods. Fifty consecutive patients with a proximal humeral fracture (Neer types 2, 3, 4; hertel types 3 … Continued