Comparison of MHQ scores between groups
| MHQ | ESWT group | Sham ESWT group | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline | 54.4 ± 7.7 (36.3-67.0) | 54.2 ± 7.1 (43.3-69.5) | 0.934 |
| 3rd week | 62.3 ± 8.3 (47.0-75.0) | 54.5 ± 5.7 (42.5-65.8) | < 0.001 |
| 3rd month | 68.2 ± 6.9 (49.7-77.8) | 56.8 ± 5.2 (46.2-66.7) | < 0.001 |
| 6th month | 73.3 ± 6.8 (52.7-83.7) | 57.8 ± 4.4 (47.7-65.2) | < 0.001 |
Values are presented as mean ± standard deviation (range).
MHQ: Michigan hand outcomes questionnaire, ESWT: extracorporeal shock wave therapy.