The Effectiveness of Thermal Mode of 448 KHz Capacitive Resistive Monopolar Radiofrequency in Continuous Wave in Patients with Chronic Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: A Clinical Trial

Abstract

The aim of the present clinical trial was to compare the clinical results of the use of an exercise program with those of an exercise program and thermal (thermia or hyperthermia) mode of 448 kHz Capacitive Resistive Monopolar Radiofrequency in continuous wave in patients with chronic rotator cuff tendinopathy. Patients were allocated to two groups by drawing lots. Pain, function and strength were measured. An exercise programme and thermal (thermia or hyperthermia) mode of 448 kHz Capacitive Resistive Monopolar Radiofrequency in continuous wave, had reduced the pain and improved function and strength in patients with chronic rotator cuff tendinopathy at the end of the treatment and at the follow-ups. Future well-designed randomised controlled clinical trials are needed to establish the effectiveness 448 kHz Capacitive Resistive Monopolar Radiofrequency in the management of chronic rotator cuff tendinopathy.