We aim to investigate the effects of adding scapular stabilization exercises to the extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) protocol in the treatment of lateral epicondylitis on pain, muscle strength, functional status, and quality of life.
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Pain Assessment: Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Timeframe: From baseline assesment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Scapular Position Assessment: (Lateral Scapular Slide Test)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Pressure Pain Threshold Measurement
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Grip Strength
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Muscle Strength
Timeframe: 0 and 8 week
Functional Status
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks