Peter Rippey

Dr. Peter Rippey, a sports medicine physician and program director at the University of South Alabama, dives into the intriguing world of extracorporeal shockwave therapy for rotator cuff tendinopathy. He discusses a systematic review that analyzes 17 trials and over 1,100 patients, shedding light on how this therapy shows promise for pain and function improvements. While results are encouraging, he emphasizes the need for standardized trials to better understand efficacy. Tune in for insights that could reshape rehabilitation approaches!