Shock wave therapy shows promise for treating kidney disease in early studies

Researchers are investigating whether low-intensity shockwave therapy—a technique already used in orthopedics—can repair kidney damage and slow disease progression. If validated in larger human trials, the approach could offer a non-invasive alternative to dialysis and transplantation, reshaping treatment options for the millions suffering from chronic kidney disease worldwide.

Originaltitel: Low-Intensity Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (LI-ESWT) in Renal Diseases: A Review of Animal and Human Studies