Is lavage for calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy still supported by evidence?

The evidence strongly supports ultrasound-guided percutaneous lavage (UGPL) as an effective treatment for calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy, offering significant pain relief and calcification reduction compared to alternatives like extracorporeal shock wave therapy.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Published
2026-11-06
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.24011424
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Shoulder Injury and Treatment
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Is lavage for calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy still supported by evidence?

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Is lavage for calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy still supported by evidence?

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Abstract

The evidence strongly supports ultrasound-guided percutaneous lavage (UGPL) as an effective treatment for calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy, offering significant pain relief and calcification reduction compared to alternatives like extracorporeal shock wave therapy.

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