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. 2022 Apr 14;14(5):611–619. doi: 10.1002/pmrj.12790

TABLE 8.

Potential risks and side effects of extracorporeal shockwave therapy

Local effects Pain at applicator site
Skin erythema
Skin bruising
Hematoma formation
Nerve irritation with numbness or tingling
Superficial edema
Systemic effects Headache
Migraine