Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) for Plantar Fasciitis not Responding to Conservative Therapy

Please note: All assessments are current as of the review date; however, new evidence that may have been published subsequently is not considered.
Review Date:	October 28, 2009
Recommendation:	It is recommended that the use of ESWT for the treatment of plantar fasciitis does not meet technology assessment criteria 3, 4, or 5 for safety, effectiveness, and improvement in health outcomes.
Decision:	Does Not Meet CTAF Criteria
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History:	June 20, 2007: Extracorporeal Shock-wave Therapy (ESWT) for Plantar Fasciitis not Responding to Conservative Therapy June 9, 2004: Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for Musculoskeletal Disorders

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