Effectiveness of a Four-Session Focal Shock Wave Therapy Protocol in Women With Vulvodynia

Sex: Female

Ages: 18 Years – N/A

Healthy volunteers: No

Enrollment: 50

Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital

Summary

Vulvodynia is a chronic vulvar pain condition that can significantly affect quality of life. Low-intensity focal extracorporeal shock wave therapy has been proposed as a non-invasive therapeutic option, but real-world data remain limited. This retrospective observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a four-session focal shock wave therapy protocol in women with vulvodynia treated in routine clinical practice at a university hospital. Clinical data collected during standard care, as well as questionnaire responses, will be analyzed to assess changes in symptoms and functional outcomes following treatment.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Female patients aged 18 years or older * Clinical diagnosis of vulvodynia * Received at least one session of low-intensity focal extracorporeal shock wave therapy in routine clinical practice Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal to participate (non-opposition not obtained) * Inability to understand French language, preventing completion of study questionnaires

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